[NEohioPAL] Cleveland Public Theatre is Hiring Part-Time Supporting Teaching Artists

[Brooke Okpala]

CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE IS HIRING PART-TIME SUPPORTING TEACHING ARTISTS

CPT is seeking *ongoing, **part-time Supporting Teaching Artists (CMHA CAN,
CAN Academy) and part-time Substitute Supporting Teaching Artists *to
assist in implementing CPT Education programming. Theatre experience is a
plus. We are looking to build a strong core of artists who are dedicated to
creating work to further racial and economic justice.
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CMHA CLEVELAND ACT NOW

CMHA Cleveland Act Now (CAN) takes place in partnership with the Cuyahoga
Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) at community centers for children and
families who live in public housing. Under the guidance of CPT Teaching
Artists, young artists learn how to create and perform their own plays,
dance, poetry, music, and visual art. These multidisciplinary performing
arts activities improve academic skills, instill empathy and
responsibility, build character, and enhance creative thinking. The
students regularly perform at CMHA community centers as well as arts
festivals throughout Cleveland. CMHA CAN is currently offered in three CMHA
communities: Lakeview Terrace, Outhwaite Homes, and Riverside Park.
CLEVELAND ACT NOW ACADEMY (CAN ACADEMY)

Cleveland Act Now (CAN) Academy is a free performing arts program for
younger teens and youth from Cleveland and surrounding neighborhoods, held
on-site at Cleveland Public Theatre. The Juniors program serves youth ages
7-10, and the Seniors program serves youth ages 11-14. Young artists engage
in rigorous (and fun!) theatre training, learning acting fundamentals,
script analysis, storytelling techniques, and play creation.
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SKILLS REQUIRED

   - Experience in at least one theatre-related arts discipline (dance,
   drumming, singing, acting, creative writing, etc.)
   - Experience teaching children and/or teenagers
   - Ability to travel to multiple sites (CMHA CAN)
   - Demonstrated ability to be or become a strong role model for Cleveland
   youth
   - Experience with/open to working with individuals in recovery from
   substance use disorder and/or homelessness *(applicable for Substitute
   Supporting Teaching Artists)*
   - Energy, responsiveness, flexibility, creativity
   - Attention to detail, ability to work independently
   - Openness to learning new techniques in the creation of original
   performance material

*SUPPORTING TEACHING ARTIST, CMHA CAN (2)/CAN ACADEMY (UP To 2) — JOB
RESPONSIBILITIES*

   - Successfully supporting Teaching Artists & Site Coordinators in
   implementing CMHA CAN and/or CAN Academy programming, actively engaging
   with youth as they build storytelling skills (incorporating body, voice,
   and ensemble) and community
   - Collaborating with CMHA CAN, CAN Academy, and/or CPT Staff from
   applicable departments to successfully present artistic work at assigned
   sites
      - CMHA CAN youth present one fully produced performance of original
      work in late February/March and present additional community performances
      throughout the year.
      - CAN Academy youth perform at the end of each session and at
      community events throughout the year.
   - Attending trainings and/or meetings with CMHA CAN and/or CAN Academy
   teams and Director of Education to share outline highlights, session
   progress, questions, and opportunities regarding program implementation
   (1-2 hours weekly)
   - CAN Academy team hours are typically Monday through Thursday from
   3:30-6:30pm at CPT, with some exceptions on show, training, and
   post-programming days.
      - The Juniors cohort meets on Mondays and Wednesdays, while the
      Seniors cohort meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays. CAN Academy STA(s) would
      support one or both cohorts.
   - CMHA CAN team hours are either scheduled from 3:30-5:30pm or
   4:00-6:00pm.
      - CMHA CAN ensembles meet twice weekly; CMHA CAN STA could be placed
      at any of the three locations.
   - Completing other duties that relate to the CMHA CAN and/or CAN Academy
   programs as determined by Teaching Artists & Site Coordinators
   (recruitment, communication, record keeping), and/or Director of Education
   - This position pays $16-18/hour, depending on experience.

*SUBSTITUTE SUPPORTING TEACHING ARTIST — JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*

   - Successfully supporting CPT full-time EDU leadership staff in
   implementing CPT Education Programming, actively engaging with youth and/or
   adults as they build storytelling skills (incorporating body, voice and
   ensemble) and community
   - Collaborating with partner organizations and/or CPT Staff from
   applicable departments to successfully present artistic work at assigned
   sites
   - Attending trainings and/or meetings with EDU teams to share outline
   highlights, session progress, questions, and opportunities regarding
   program implementation (avg. 1-2 hours weekly)
   - Completing other duties that relate to the CPT EDU programs as
   determined by full-time, ongoing CPT EDU staff (recruitment, communication,
   record keeping)
   - CAN Academy Juniors (M/W) and Seniors (T/TH) team hours are typically
   from 3:30-6:30pm at Cleveland Public Theatre.
   - CMHA CAN Outhwaite (M/W) team hours are typically from 3:30 pm-5:30 pm
   at Outhwaite Homes Community Center.
   - CMHA CAN Riverside (M/W) team hours are typically from 4:00-6:00 pm at
   Riverside Park Community Center.
   - CMHA CAN Lakeview (T/TH) team hours are typically from 3:30-5:30 pm at
   Lakeview Terrace Community Center.
   - Y-Haven Theatre Project (M/W/F or M-TH) team hours are typically from
   1-4 pm, 4-7pm, or 7-10pm at Cleveland Public Theatre.
   - This role pays $22/hr.

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*We are looking to fill these positions as soon as possible. *Please send a
resume and letter of interest to *Brooke Okpala, Education Associate* at
bmyers at cptonline.org by *end of day Friday, September 5th, 2025*. *Please
include three professional references in your submission.* In your email,
the subject line should be your last name followed by, "SUBSTITUTE TEACHING
ARTIST," “CMHA CAN TEACHING ARTIST,” or “CAN Academy TEACHING ARTIST.” *No
phone calls, please.*
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*ABOUT CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE*

*CPT is a nationally recognized center for contemporary performance. Its
mission is to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through
groundbreaking theatre and life-changing education programs. CPT implements
this mission through its annual theatrical season, featuring between 8-10
adventurous professional productions and a robust series of new play
development programs that support writers and devisers at multiple points
in the creative process. CPT’s acclaimed education programs engage
communities in devising new works that speak to contemporary issues and
empower participants to work for positive change in our community. CPT is
home to community ensembles Teatro Público de Cleveland and Masrah
Cleveland Al-Arabi, and CPT annually presents Station Hope, a large-scale
community arts festival. CPT’s annual budget is around $3.1 million a year.
CPT has 24 full-time staff members.*
*CPT COVID-19 WORK POLICY*

*CPT Employees are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated.*
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