Drama/Theatre Instructor

People, Place, Prosperity

Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected, and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity.

What you will be doing

• Develop and lead visual art programs using a variety of media, techniques and themes for any or all age groups that CCA serves including children, youth, adults, and older adults. Programs could include classes and workshops that take place after school, in the evening, and on weekends, summer camps, and one-off event-based programs.

• Keep program rooms and supplies organized

• Greet and orient participants to facility and programs

• Maintain health and safety regulations; ensure code of conduct is followed

Experience and Knowledge

• Must possess instruction experience in drama and theatrical programming
• Strong, professional leadership qualities that help motivate and encourage participants is required.
• Keen and enthusiastic attitude towards art education and collaboration with fellow instructors and learners alike
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills

We will ask you for these items if you are hired

Current and valid Police Vulnerable Sector Check to be provided prior to commencement in this position.

Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training certificate from the Ministry of Labour. (may be obtained post offer)

Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.

High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development (or willingness to obtain prior to commencing employment)

Rate of pay

The hourly rate for this position will vary pending qualifications; however, will be within the hourly range of $20.00 to $40.00.

Hours of work

Hours are dependent on the number of participants taking part in our programs; as such, there are no minimum hours associated with this position.

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To apply, submit your candidate profile and application through cityONE Careers, prior to November 16, 2026.

Accommodation needs and protection of privacy

The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.

We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact [email protected] to make your needs known in advance.

For more information on our Employment Equity, please read our full policy.

Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Cambridge only.