Lakeville Area Arts Center - General Application

Salary: $11.46 - $40.57 HourlyLocation : Lakeville, MNJob Type: SeasonalDepartment: Lakeville Area Arts CenterOpening Date: 03/10/2026 PositionJoin the Lakeville Area Arts Center! We are continuously looking for great staff to join us. Applicants will be reviewed when there is a need for additional staff. Please view more information on available roles below.For more information about the Lakeville Area Arts Center, visit us online at: Major Areas of AccountabilityCommunity Theatre StaffCommunity Theatre Staff positions include Director, Stage Manager, Props Manager, Backstage Crew, Costuming/Wigs and special consultants. All positions work on Expressions Community Theater productions and report to the Arts Center Manager. This is a general application for theatre staff. LAAC and Expressions are always looking to expand the creative team. Specific positions are hired per production.Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Prior experience in one or more of the positions listed about is required. 2026 Community Theatre Staff pay rates are $11.46-13.67 per hour, DOQ.Theatre Teaching ArtistTheatre Teaching Artists lead a variety of theatre classes and camps. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in theatre education and a proven ability to create engaging and inclusive learning environments. Candidates should have a passion for theatre education, experience teaching theatre and have strong communication and interpersonal skills.Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D and have professional training or experience in theatre education. 2026 Theatre Teaching Artist pay rates are $34.02-40.57 per hour, DOQ.Visual Arts InstructorArt Instructors are instrumental in fostering creativity and artistic growth in students of all ages. We offer a diverse range of art mediums, including textiles, glass fusing, stained glass, painting, drawing, multimedia, printmaking, jewelry making, and precious metal clay, creating a rich and dynamic educational environment! In addition to teaching, you will contribute to promoting classes and represent the Arts Center at community events, exhibitions, and outreach activities, further strengthening our connection to the community.Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D and a degree, or coursework leading to a degree, in art or art education, or equivalent experience in art or art education. Candidates must have 1-2 years of teaching experience in a classroom or workshop setting teaching visual arts to students, and have strong time management, communication, and customer service skills. 2026 Art Instructor pay rates are $31.07-37.05 per hour, DOQ.Pottery InstructorPottery Instructors teach pottery to students of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced potters, guiding them through techniques such as wheel throwing, hand-building, glazing, and surface decoration. You will be responsible for managing the pottery studio environment and ensuring safe and effective use of tools and equipment. You will develop engaging, age-appropriate curriculum and provide hands-on demonstrations that inspire creativity and technical growth.Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D and a degree, or coursework leading to a degree, in art or art education, or equivalent experience in art or art education. Candidates must have 1-2 years of teaching experience in a classroom or workshop setting teaching pottery to students, and have strong time management, communication, and customer service skills. 2026 Art Instructor pay rates are $34.02-40.57 per hour, DOQ. Qualifications High school diploma or G.E.D.Additional qualifications are role-specific and discussed above.01 Indicate your role(s) of interest. Please answer the corresponding questions regarding the role(s) that follow. Community Theatre Staff Theatre Teaching Artist Art Instructor Pottery Instructor 02 Portfolio or examples of work: Please upload a copy of your portfolio or 1-3 images of your work to this application; or provide a link to your online portfolio (or other link that has examples of your work) below. 03 Community Theatre Staff: Describe any previous or related community theatre experience and role(s) you are interested in. 04 Theatre Teaching Artist: Describe any previous experience as a Theatre Teaching Artist, or similar role. 05 Visual Arts Instructor: Which art mediums do you specialize in, and how long have you been practicing and working with those mediums? 06 Visual Arts Instructor: How many years of experience do you have teaching art and what types of settings have you taught in? 07 Pottery Instructor: Which pottery techniques or forms do you specialize in, and how long have you been practicing and working with those techniques? 08 Pottery Instructor: How many years of experience do you have teaching pottery and what types of settings have you taught in? Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02