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FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 8–12

Become an Assistant Teaching Artist

Help our teachers in classes, camps and shows. Build real teaching experience and grow with SCSPA.

Community service hours · Tuition discounts · Paid roles as you grow

An SCSPA teacher in a huddle with a group of excited young students

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Real roles alongside our faculty

Assistant Teaching Artists work side by side with our teachers in music, theatre and dance.

Young student wearing headphones playing a digital piano, following sheet music

In classes

 

Demonstrate skills, help students follow along, and support the teacher so every student gets the attention they need.

Three SCSPA students smiling with a guitar, ukulele and drumsticks

At camps

 

Lead games, rehearsals and activities with campers during our school vacation and summer camps.

SCSPA theatre students in costume as the Three Little Pigs on stage

In shows

 

Help with rehearsals, backstage and performances for South County Theatre productions and student showcases.

SCSPA teen students performing in Hadestown on stage under warm lights

GROW WITH US

From assistant to teaching artist.

 

Assistant Teaching Artists who show commitment and growth, usually after about two years, can move into paid roles with SCSPA:

 

•  Leading classes like Animal Adventures in Music, theatre or dance, with support

•  Substitute teaching for classes and programs

•  Paid camp, show and event work, including stage management

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

More than a line on your résumé.

Hands-on teaching experience

 

Learn how to teach by working alongside professional teaching artists.

Service hours and tuition discounts

 

Count your time toward school service hours and earn discounts on your own classes.

Leadership and confidence

 

Build communication, mentoring and leadership skills you’ll use anywhere.

Apply

APPLY

Ready to join us?

 

Tell us about yourself and what you’d like to help with. Our Director of Education will follow up with you and your parent or guardian.

 

Questions? Call or text (401) 267-2079, or email us.

GOOD TO KNOW

What we ask

 

Assistant Teaching Artists are role models for our younger students. Here’s what we expect.

A school-year commitment

Help for one school year and attend training sessions with our Director of Education.

Be a role model

Arrive on time, dress for class, bring a positive attitude, and keep your grades up.

Share your love of the arts.

Open to students in grades 8–12. Questions? Call or text 401-267-2079.

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