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About the Role

LEAP seeks passionate and skilled Teaching Artists to join our Signature Performing Arts Programs (SPAP) team. Teaching Artists lead specialized residencies in K–12 schools across New York City, facilitating standardized curriculum frameworks for programs such as LEAP 360, Project VIBE, Young Artivists, and LEAP OnStage. They guide students through project-based, inquiry-driven creative processes that integrate storytelling, history, social justice, and arts-based learning. Teaching Artists collaborate with students, educators, school partners, and LEAP staff to culminate residencies in original performances that showcase student voice and celebrate diverse stories and perspectives.

Responsibilities

Facilitate a standardized curriculum framework for Signature Performing Arts Programs, guiding students through a project-based, inquiry-driven creative process that integrates arts and academics and culminates in original performances.
Direct and stage high-quality final performances that showcase student voice, artistry, and learning for school communities, families, and citywide festivals.
Lead engaging, student-centered lessons that connect storytelling, history, social justice, and performance while fostering creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Create inclusive and supportive classroom environments where students explore, express, and grow as artists and scholars.
Adapt the standardized curriculum framework to meet classroom needs while maintaining program fidelity and learning goals.
Collaborate with SPAP leadership, fellow teaching artists, and school partners to align strategies, support student progress, and prepare for culminating events.
Integrate reflection, ensemble-building, and artistic rigor into the creative process to deepen student understanding, expression, and academic connections.
Complete required documentation such as lesson plans, attendance, assessments, and performance details accurately and on time.
Participate in professional learning communities and trainings to strengthen instructional practice and align with LEAP’s creative youth development approach.
Support performance logistics, including timely supply requests and production preparation.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience teaching in K–12 school settings.
Demonstrated excellence in one or more performing arts disciplines.
Proven ability to implement a standardized, project-based, arts-integrated curriculum.
Experience directing and staging culminating performances that reflect student learning, creativity, and artistic excellence.
Familiarity with culturally responsive and inclusive teaching practices, including experience working with Students with Disabilities and English Language Learners.
Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
Passion for using the arts to honor diverse stories, identities, and perspectives and to create learning spaces where all students thrive.
Punctual, responsible, resilient, and self-motivated, with a proactive approach to problem solving.
Flexible schedule and willingness to travel to sites across multiple boroughs.
Bachelor’s degree in the Arts or Education, or equivalent professional experience.
Pre-employment screening is required for this position, including criminal history checks.

Skills

Musical theater
Theater
Dance
Vocal music
Piano
Guitar
Playwriting
Spoken word
Project-based learning
Student inquiry
Backwards planning
Arts-integrated instruction
Classroom management
Ensemble collaboration
Verbal communication
Written communication
Organizational skills

Location

New York City

Work Type

Part-Time

Experience Level

Commensurate with experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in the Arts or Education, or equivalent professional experience

Salary/Compensations

$45-$65 per hour

About the Company

At LEAP, we don’t just build great programs — we build a great place to work. You’ll thrive here if you’re excited to be part of a mission-driven, people-centered, and joy-filled team.
We are: Community-oriented, believing in a shared moral responsibility; Creative, flexible, and open-minded; Collaborative and mission driven; Accountable to ourselves, each other, and our goals; Committed to feedback and clear, consistent communication; Champions of a compassionate and inclusive culture; Supporters of self-care and the well-being of others; And above all… FUN!
At LEAP, you’ll be empowered to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact — all while being part of a community that values who you are and what you bring.

Equal Opportunity

WE ARE AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
In accordance with organizational policy, LEAP does not sponsor individuals on O-1 visas.