Teaching Artists (Improv)

About us: The Unscripted Project is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit that empowers young people by developing their social-emotional and interpersonal skills through the transformative power of improv. We partner with public middle and high schools to deliver 10-week, in-school improv residencies, taught by professional teaching artists.

Job Description: We’re hiring Teaching Artists for our 2026-2027 School Year. This is a flexible, paid position ideal for experienced improv performers or educators who care deeply about equitable education and creative youth development.

• Attend a mandatory in-person Training Retreat on Sunday, August 30th 2026
• Facilitate Unscripted’s in-person improv curriculum in Philadelphia public schools (middle and/or high school level)
• Collaborate with staff and co-teachers to adapt and evolve curriculum to meet student needs
• Track and reflect on student growth in communication, collaboration, and confidence
• Teach weekly classes for a 10-week residency (schedule determined before semester begins)
• Optional: Opportunities may also arise to teach corporate professional development workshops

This role will be paid competitive hourly rates and be in person. There will be opportunities to continue teaching and working with us after the school year ends.