Teach For CYT

We are always looking for gifted educators in all forms of acting, singing, dancing, improv, music, technical, and more. If you are interested in teaching for CYT North Idaho, fill out the interest form below.

A CYT Teacher’s Philosophy
By incorporating CYT’s Values and Objectives into everything he or she does, the CYT teacher strives to build character in students. Pre-planning, organizing, and communicating with the Class Coordinator are major steps in reaching this goal. A conscientious focus on the students as individuals must be of highest priority at all times, with the content of class instruction designed to meet their needs. A spirit of servanthood is an essential trait of any CYT teacher.

Basic Function:
To train and instruct students in specified area of competence in such a way as to promote the development of character, self-esteem, and confidence.

Qualifications:
  • Must understand CYT's Mission Statement and Values and Objectives and be willing to incorporate them when performing job-related tasks.
  • Must have theater experience and/or education pertaining to a class being taught.
  • Must show evidence of ability to use appropriate and effective methods of instruction.

"Movies will make you famous; Television will make you rich; But theatre will make you good."


 -Terrence Mann

Direct a CYT Show!


Are you interested in directing for CYT North Idaho? Contact us today! 

We are looking for:
  • Show Directors
  • Musical Directors
  • Choreographers

Artistic Team Members must:
  • Have proficiency, passion and past experience in their expertises:
    • Directors must know and love theater and know the various aspects of mounting a major production. He/She must know how to motivate actors, create stage pictures, inspire cast and crew and lead the entire company to reach their vision.
    • Musical Directors must know how to read music (and play to some extent) and teach rhythm, melodies and harmonies.
    • Choreographers must know and love to teach various styles of dance and be able to tell a story and create stage pictures with movement and dance.
  • Love children, love working with children, and love to see growth in the lives of all children, not just the leads.
  • Be strong moral role models. The children look up to these individuals and the responsibility of being exemplary cannot be overstated.
  • Be enthusiastic and encouraging. People always respond better to someone who is positive. Someone who consistently encourages and gives positive reinforcement or will accomplish much more than a leader who is negative, sarcastic and harsh.
  • Be a team player. They must be excited and willing to work with other people on their artistic team. Each member must be committed to negotiation, compromise and submission to each other. The “good” of the “bigger picture” must be the focus.
Qualifications:
  • Must understand CYT Mission Statement and Values and Objectives (above) and be willing to incorporate them when performing job-related tasks.
  • Must have professional and/or educational experience in theater arts with specific emphasis in directing.
  • Must have experience in, desire and ability to work with children.
  • Must possess the ability to create a positive, organized, and effective learning environment.