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Do you love to work with students in theatre? Looking for a fun, creative challenge?
Apply to join PAA's Faculty and Staff Today!
- PAA is seeking experienced, passionate theatre professionals who love to work with students and are excited to work in non-traditional theatrical spaces.
- Candidates must have a willingness to learn, be highly organized, self-motivated, and committed to working as part of larger teams. Programs are designed for ages 3 - grade 12 with some adult classes too.
- PAA's programs and classes encompass a wide variety of experience levels. With the exception of the advanced level, musical theatre programs have placement auditions that usually occur at least 4 weeks prior. More information on each program is located throughout the website.
- PAA operates as an independent 501 (C) 3 nonprofit organization located at 8817 South Broadway in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
- PAA hires 50+ contractors annually on a rolling basis and will only respond to selected applications.
- Due to the nature of PAA's activities, all hired employees and contractors are background checked every 1-3 years.
Anti-Discrimination Statement
Approved - January 13, 2018.
PAA is an inclusive community that welcomes participation without regard to gender, sexual orientation, race, national origin, color, religion, disability, sex, creed, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, military status, political service, and affiliation. PAA is strongly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All employment decisions, terms, and conditions are made without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, Veterans' status, marital status or other factors protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Statement
PAA's mission and vision is an inclusive one. Our core values reflect acceptance of all people, promotion of diversity, and leadership through service, kindness, and generosity. PAA incorporates teamwork and collaboration into every program, encouraging students to share their learning and talents with the public.
PAA embraces values, policies and practices that ensure that all people are represented and treated fairly in the work of our mission, places of work, delivery of service, and community. We welcome the unique contributions that a more diverse collective sum of individual differences in views, abilities, experiences, knowledge, innovation, and self-expression brings. This includes but is not limited to those who have been historically underrepresented because of race/ethnicity, national origin, age, physical, mental, or emotional ability/disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, socioeconomic status, geography, citizen status, genetic predisposition, marital status or religion.
PAA recognizes the critical role the arts play in our culture and national conversation, and accepts our responsibility to make positive change through our work, our practices, and our policies. Additionally, building an anti-racist culture requires intention and effort and we commit ourselves to the work of becoming an anti-racist and anti-oppression organization.
Current Openings
Join The Performing Arts Academy's FALL 2026 Teaching Artist Team!
The Performing Arts Academy (PAA) is now hiring engaging and enthusiastic educators to teach our Fall Classes for youth ages 3.5 -18.
Spend the fall sharing your artistry - in acting, voice, or dance - while helping students build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of theatre.
Our Fall Semester includes:
- 10-week classes: August 17 – October 22
- 6-week classes: August 22 – September 26
Class times are:
- Monday–Thursday: 4:15 PM and 5:10 PM
- Saturdays: 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
Each class meets weekly for 55 minutes. Teaching Artists are responsible for developing their own weekly curriculum based on the provided class theme and description.
We're seeking Teaching Artists with experience in one or more of the following:
- Teaching Youth
- Musical theatre
- Acting and improv
- Dance and movement
- Vocal performance and ensemble work
- Creative storytelling
- Makeup Artists
- Costume Designers
Pay rates starting for 6 weeks at $240 and 10 weeks at $400
Work dates, times, and duration vary by program - offering flexible opportunities for artists with different schedules.
Why Teach with PAA?
- Be part of a collaborative, inspiring team of professional artists and educators
- Help create joyful, high-quality theatre experiences for hundreds of students
- Make a meaningful impact in a supportive, arts-centered community
Local hires only; housing and transportation are not provided.
All hired faculty must complete a background check.
How to Apply
Click the "Apply Now" button below and include:
- A cover letter sharing why you'd love to teach at PAA and your relevant experience
- A CV/resume
- 3 professional references (with contact information)
- Optional: reels, photos, or other supporting materials
Due to the high volume of applicants, we'll contact only those selected for an interview.
About The Performing Arts Academy:
Founded in 2006, The Performing Arts Academy is an award-winning educational theatre company located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. We provide exceptional training in acting, dance, voice, design, and tech, offering classes and productions that empower students to grow as artists, individuals, and compassionate members of their community.
PAA is a leading non-profit children's theater group in the South Denver region, producing over 30 musicals and plays annually, along with a variety of performing arts classes, workshops, and outreach programs. The Technical Director will work closely with the Production Manager to successfully execute each production to PAA's high standards of quality and excellence. Qualified candidates must have a strong working knowledge of multiple production positions, including scenic construction and painting, props fabrication, theatrical lighting, and sound engineering basics. Working individually at times, candidates must be self-motivating, detail-oriented, and capable of meeting production deadlines. The TD will also be responsible for leading over hire teams and contracted production technicians for show load-ins and strikes, while also assisting in an operator capacity during technical rehearsals and performances. The right candidate remains calm under pressure and comes up with creative solutions. They do not simply complete each job to a minimum degree, but are able to anticipate where improvements can be made and are willing to go above and beyond to create unique theatrical experiences for every production.
Qualified candidates:
- Should have a bachelor's degree in technical theater, or a minimum of 3 years' experience as a theatrical Technical Director, or comparable experience
- Have experience leading or managing teams in a fast-paced production environment
- Have a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience as a scenic carpenter with a strong understanding of scenic building techniques, tools, and safety requirements
- Have a strong understanding of theatrical lighting, including hanging, focusing, and programming
- Have a basic understanding of theatrical audio, including cable identification and routing, microphones, and mixer programming
- Have experience with common theatrical programs and equipment, including ETC, Qlab, digital sound mixers, wireless microphones and networking technologies, projection mapping, and applications
- Have the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Have the ability to lift over 50 lbs
- Must be willing to work daytime and occasional evening and/or weekend hours, as each production may require
- Must work responsibly and professionally around children
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Lead carpenter on all PAA productions; builds all scenic elements based on design elements provided
- Props fabrication and pulls for productions
- Team lead on production load-ins and strikes
- Team lead during technical rehearsals and performances; while also participating as an operator/technician on productions
- Maintains inventory and cleanliness of PAA storage and workspaces
- Maintains functionality of PAA classroom tech equipment
- Maintains inventory of PAA technical equipment
- Assists with technical elements for PAA community and fundraising events
- Attends production meetings and staff meetings as needed
- Other duties as assigned
How to ApplyClick the "Apply Now" button below and include:
- A cover letter sharing your teaching philosophy and relevant dance/choreography experience
- A CV/resume
- 3 professional references (with contact information)
- Optional: choreography reels, class footage, or performance clips
About The Performing Arts AcademyFounded in 2006, The Performing Arts Academy is an award-winning educational theatre company located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. We provide exceptional training in acting, dance, voice, design, and tech, offering classes and productions that empower students to grow as artists, individuals, and compassionate members of their community.
The Performing Arts Academy (PAA) is seeking experienced musical theatre choreographers for our Summer 2026 theatre intensives. PAA is a nonprofit theatre arts organization committed to strengthening skills, building character, and cultivating confidence in young artists through high-quality performing arts education.
About the Program
Each summer, PAA produces 15+ fully staged musicals for students ages 5-21 in one- and two-week intensives. Choreographers work within a full artistic team to create a fast-paced, positive, and educational rehearsal environment.
Responsibilities
- Choreograph age-appropriate, production-ready dance numbers for musical theatre productions.
- Teach and rehearse choreography with students of varying dance experience.
- Collaborate with directors, music directors, and technical staff to shape the overall production.
- Support student confidence, technique development, and ensemble work.
- Help plan rehearsal flow and staging needs for an efficient process.
Qualifications
- Strong background in musical theatre choreography with experience working on larger-cast productions.
- Prior experience teaching or choreographing for youth performers.
- Ability to create choreography that is achievable, safe, and stylistically aligned with the show.
- Highly collaborative, organized, and student-focused.
Compensation & Additional Details
- Approximately $1,200/week, varying by program.
- Local applicants only.
- Background check required.
Apply at
The Performing Arts Academy (PAA) is seeking experienced musical theatre choreographers for our Summer 2026 theatre intensives. PAA is a nonprofit theatre arts organization committed to strengthening skills, building character, and cultivating confidence in young artists through high-quality performing arts education.
About the Program
Each summer, PAA produces 15+ fully staged musicals for students ages 5-21 in one- and two-week intensives. Choreographers work within a full artistic team to create a fast-paced, positive, and educational rehearsal environment.
Responsibilities
- Choreograph age-appropriate, production-ready dance numbers for musical theatre productions.
- Teach and rehearse choreography with students of varying dance experience.
- Collaborate with directors, music directors, and technical staff to shape the overall production.
- Support student confidence, technique development, and ensemble work.
- Help plan rehearsal flow and staging needs for an efficient process.
Qualifications
- Strong background in musical theatre choreography with experience working on larger-cast productions.
- Prior experience teaching or choreographing for youth performers.
- Ability to create choreography that is achievable, safe, and stylistically aligned with the show.
- Highly collaborative, organized, and student-focused.
Compensation & Additional Details
- Approximately $1,200/week, varying by program.
- Local applicants only.
- Background check required.
Apply HERE with a résumé and choreography reel or sample work.
The Performing Arts Academy (PAA) is hiring theatre directors for Summer 2026 musical theatre intensives. PAA is a nonprofit organization devoted to community building, character development, and excellence in youth performing arts education.
About the Program
PAA produces more than 15 fully staged productions each summer for students ages 5-21. Intensives are one or two weeks long and require directors who can guide a high-energy, student-centered rehearsal process.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the artistic leader for the production, overseeing vision, staging, and overall educational experience.
- Direct and mentor youth performers with a focus on storytelling, character work, and ensemble cohesion.
- Collaborate closely with choreographers, music directors, designers, and technical staff.
- Participate in schedule creation, production planning, and daily rehearsal coordination.
- Model professionalism, communication, and PAA's core values at all times.
Qualifications
- Strong musical theatre directing experience, including larger-cast shows.
- Experience working with youth performers in educational or community theatre settings.
- Ability to manage a rapid production timeline.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
Compensation & Additional Details
- Approximately $1,200/week, depending on the program.
- Local candidates only.
- Background check required.
Submit résumé and representative directing work (reel, photos, materials) HERE.
The Performing Arts Academy is currently hiring engaging and passionate teaching artists for Spring and Summer 2025! You don't want to miss the opportunity to be part of this growing and dynamic team of artists!
We are seeking experienced theatrical teaching artists for classes and musical theatre productions.
For spring, we are specifically looking for those that have experience and a passion for working with early elementary in dance, voice and acting. We have available classes on Mondays through Thursdays at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30 pm. All classes at our new facility in Highlands Ranch.
For summer we are contracting artistic, design and tech teams to join us as we mount 15 full productions and host 34 week-long ½ day camps for students aged 3 - 18 over the course of 8 weeks.
Work dates/times and duration vary by program.
Local hires only; no housing or transportation available from PAA.
Student ages vary by program from ages 3 - grade 12, and some 18 yrs+ adult classes.
Background checks are performed on all hired faculty.
APPLY using the "Apply Now" button at the bottom of this page
- Please make sure to include:
- A cover letter detailing why you would like to work with us and highlighting relevant experience.
- A CV/resume
- 3 References with contact information
- Optional: reels, photographs, and other supporting documentation
Please note, due to the volume of applications, we will contact only those selected for an interview.
The Performing Arts Academy is an award-winning educational theatre company founded in 2006, located in Highlands Ranch CO. Providing quality theatre education in acting, dance, voice and behind the scenes tech and design, Through high quality class and performative opportunities, PAA focuses on the growth of students as individuals, and as active participants in the world.
PAA is an inclusive community that welcomes participation without regard to gender, sexual orientation, race, national origin, color, religion, disability, sex, creed, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, military status, political service, and affiliation. PAA is strongly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All employment decisions, terms, and conditions are made without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, Veterans' status, marital status or other factors protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law.