The Studio is currently seeking driven, self-starters to join our faculty. As a teacher at The Studio, you will collaborate with eight existing faculty members who have over 140 combined years of teaching, as well as interact with over 100 students, ranging from ages 5-50. Duties will include interviewing prospective students, teaching engaging lessons with proper technique and appropriate repertoire, and providing advice on The Arts. A successful teacher for The Studio should be comfortable working with student artists of different skill levels, experience, and abilities, as well as demonstrate superb analytical skills, patience, and the ability to motivate students in a Safe Space studio.
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS:                   
  1. Bachelors (or higher) from an accredited college, university, or other educational institution in your field of study REQUIRED                                                
  2. Experience teaching in your field of study, preferably in the private studio setting PREFERRED  
  3. Ability to work with students independently and effectively PREFERRED
  4. Stage performance experience is highly recommended PREFERRED  

REPORTS TO:                           Owner/Director
 
JOB GOAL:                               To develop in each student an appreciation of the Arts; to teach proper technique and expression; to discover and develop talent in students in The arts; to develop knowledge and skills in The Arts, not only in the field of interest, but also others
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Meets with prospective students to perform assessments and determine their needs and how The Studio can help the student attain them
  2. Structures lessons individually to meet the needs of each student, knowing that no two students are alike
  3. Arrives to lessons early to prepare for each student and leaves any space they use in a better shape than it was found
  4. Utilizes repertoire of all types to plan appropriate literature for the ages and skills of their students
  5. Teaches a variety of  exercises that expand the student's knowledge and growth
  6. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide quality lessons that can accomplish all goals within the allotted lesson time
  7. Evaluates each pupil’s artistic growth and performance, assessing each individual student’s contribution to The Studio
  8. Communicates with the Owner/Director, other faculty members, and students/parents to create a narrative on student progress
  9. Identifies student needs and cooperates with other faculty members in assessing and helping students solve problems
  10. Attends faculty meetings, meetings with administrative staff, and outside events, as required
  11. Prepares students for performances, competitions, and showcases
  12. Always maintains professional composure, regardless of the situation at hand
  13. In the event of absence, assures the continuance of lessons by providing lessons plans for the substitute faculty member
 
JOB TYPE         Part-Time
 
START DATE    Immediately
 
SCHEDULE       Flexible: 1-3 Days A Week, Monday – Friday 3:30-8:00 PM
 
PAY                    $30-$50/hour, based on qualifications & experience – Negotiable  
 
LOCATION       Daphne, AL
 
TO APPLY        Email info@thestudioal.com with the following:
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume/CV & Headshot
  • Two-Three References
    • One Professor/Colleague/Co-Worker
    • One Former or Current Employer
    • One Former or Current Student’s Parent, if possible
The Studio is an equal opportunity employer that believes all people should have equal access to The Arts.
​Click here to read more about The Studio's Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity initiative.