The Chicago High School for the Arts
Voice, Technique, & Repertoire III Instructor (Musical Theatre)
The Chicago High School for the Arts, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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The Chicago High School for the Arts seeks a part-time Musical Theatre instructor for the 2025-26 school year.
Position Summary
Position title: Voice, Technique, & Repertoire III Instructor (Musical Theatre)
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 3:00–5:00 PM
Position Type: Part‑Time, Academic Year
Start Date: January 5, 2026
General Summary The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts®) develops the next generation of artistically gifted, diverse scholar‑artists through intensive pre‑professional training in the arts, combined with a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum. The school approaches the development of students through a whole‑student approach and a continuous learning environment for all staff to develop their understanding of our scholar‑artists continuously. We strive to build upon and improve our practices to make sure we are always serving all of our students to the best of our abilities.
Position Focus This advanced course focuses on vocal technique, repertoire development, and performance preparation for Musical Theatre students. Candidates should have significant experience as a vocal coach, music director, or performer with strong knowledge of vocal health, stylistic interpretation, and audition techniques.
Job Responsibilities
Embrace and promote the ChiArts vision, mission, educational approach, goals, and core values.
Prepare structured lessons that encourage and foster skill development, critical thinking, applications, and ethics.
Instruct conservatory‑level courses, serving students with various learning styles, abilities, and needs.
Employ outstanding classroom management skills and implement the school code of conduct.
Regularly assess student achievement, skill mastery, and career development skills.
Submit unit plans on a timely basis.
Manage classroom administration and record keeping, including grades, attendance records, student progress, and documentation of student work.
Regularly communicate with students, parents, and other ChiArts staff to share artistic progress, encourage positive behavior, and resolve behavioral and artistic issues.
Attend and participate in faculty and administrative meetings, parent conferences, open house, other school functions, and in‑service professional development sessions.
Collaborate with the staff to develop “best practices” tailored to the unique philosophy and instructional approach of ChiArts and to the needs of its student population.
Collaborate with other ChiArts artistic and academic faculty and the larger arts community.
Perform other duties as the needs of the school and the needs of the students may demand (e.g., competitions, readings).
Work with academic staff to ensure students’ overall success at ChiArts.
Skills & Qualifications
Degree in Voice or Musical Theatre.
Experience working with high‑school or college‑level students.
Piano proficiency.
Strong knowledge of musical theatre literature and vocal coaching techniques.
Working Conditions Job Hazards: This position requires a fingerprint and background check conducted by Chicago Public Schools.
Job Tasks: Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
Travel Requirements: This position does not require travel as part of the job responsibilities; however, travel may be required to attend professional development/conferences.
Salary & Benefits Part‑time position.
Pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Pay rate: $45 to $55 per hour.
Application Process Qualified applicants should apply online at www.chiarts.org and upload the following documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Contact information for 3–5 professional references; do not include letters of recommendation.
Applicants who do not follow the submission directions will not be considered. Please be aware that every item listed on a resume is subject to verification, and that any offer of employment is contingent on a successful background check.
ChiArts has a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural competency. Our aim is to maintain an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace in order to most effectively achieve our mission and secure the best possible outcomes for our students.
Please visit www.chiarts.org for more information.
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Voice, Technique, & Repertoire III Instructor (Musical Theatre)
role at
The Chicago High School for the Arts .
The Chicago High School for the Arts seeks a part-time Musical Theatre instructor for the 2025-26 school year.
Position Summary
Position title: Voice, Technique, & Repertoire III Instructor (Musical Theatre)
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 3:00–5:00 PM
Position Type: Part‑Time, Academic Year
Start Date: January 5, 2026
General Summary The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts®) develops the next generation of artistically gifted, diverse scholar‑artists through intensive pre‑professional training in the arts, combined with a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum. The school approaches the development of students through a whole‑student approach and a continuous learning environment for all staff to develop their understanding of our scholar‑artists continuously. We strive to build upon and improve our practices to make sure we are always serving all of our students to the best of our abilities.
Position Focus This advanced course focuses on vocal technique, repertoire development, and performance preparation for Musical Theatre students. Candidates should have significant experience as a vocal coach, music director, or performer with strong knowledge of vocal health, stylistic interpretation, and audition techniques.
Job Responsibilities
Embrace and promote the ChiArts vision, mission, educational approach, goals, and core values.
Prepare structured lessons that encourage and foster skill development, critical thinking, applications, and ethics.
Instruct conservatory‑level courses, serving students with various learning styles, abilities, and needs.
Employ outstanding classroom management skills and implement the school code of conduct.
Regularly assess student achievement, skill mastery, and career development skills.
Submit unit plans on a timely basis.
Manage classroom administration and record keeping, including grades, attendance records, student progress, and documentation of student work.
Regularly communicate with students, parents, and other ChiArts staff to share artistic progress, encourage positive behavior, and resolve behavioral and artistic issues.
Attend and participate in faculty and administrative meetings, parent conferences, open house, other school functions, and in‑service professional development sessions.
Collaborate with the staff to develop “best practices” tailored to the unique philosophy and instructional approach of ChiArts and to the needs of its student population.
Collaborate with other ChiArts artistic and academic faculty and the larger arts community.
Perform other duties as the needs of the school and the needs of the students may demand (e.g., competitions, readings).
Work with academic staff to ensure students’ overall success at ChiArts.
Skills & Qualifications
Degree in Voice or Musical Theatre.
Experience working with high‑school or college‑level students.
Piano proficiency.
Strong knowledge of musical theatre literature and vocal coaching techniques.
Working Conditions Job Hazards: This position requires a fingerprint and background check conducted by Chicago Public Schools.
Job Tasks: Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
Travel Requirements: This position does not require travel as part of the job responsibilities; however, travel may be required to attend professional development/conferences.
Salary & Benefits Part‑time position.
Pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Pay rate: $45 to $55 per hour.
Application Process Qualified applicants should apply online at www.chiarts.org and upload the following documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Contact information for 3–5 professional references; do not include letters of recommendation.
Applicants who do not follow the submission directions will not be considered. Please be aware that every item listed on a resume is subject to verification, and that any offer of employment is contingent on a successful background check.
ChiArts has a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural competency. Our aim is to maintain an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace in order to most effectively achieve our mission and secure the best possible outcomes for our students.
Please visit www.chiarts.org for more information.
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