EducationISCO 2310
Performing arts theatre instructor
Performing arts theatre instructors educate students in specific theory and, primarily, practice-based theatre courses at a specialised theatre, or acting, school or conservatory at a higher education level. They provide theoretical instruction in service of the practical skills and techniques the students must subsequently master in theatre. Performing arts theatre instructors monitor the students' progress, assist individually when necessary, and evaluate their knowledge and performance of theatre practice through assignments, tests and examinations.
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Rate 5 of the 35 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.
stimulate performers' imagination
prepare lesson content
monitor developments in field of expertise
compile course material
bring out performers’ artistic potential
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (35)
assessment processesassessment processesVarious evaluation techniques, theories, and tools applicable in the assessment of students, participants in a programme, and employees. Different assessment strategies such as initial, formative, sum...breathing techniquesbreathing techniquesThe various techniques to control the voice, body, and nerves by breathing.acting techniquesacting techniquesThe different acting techniques for developing lifelike performances, such as method acting, classical acting, and Meisner technique.vocal techniquesvocal techniquesThe various techniques for using your voice correctly without exhausting or damaging it when changing voice in tone and volume.instructional strategiesinstructional strategiesThe techniques that instructors use to deliver lessons. The aim of these strategies is to make students become more involved in the learning process.pronunciation techniquespronunciation techniquesThe pronunciation techniques to properly and understandably pronounce words.teamwork principlesteamwork principlesThe cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.curriculum objectivescurriculum objectivesThe goals identified in curricula and defined learning outcomes.theatre techniquestheatre techniquesThe techniques that facilitate a successful presentation of a play.stimulate performers' imaginationstimulate performers' imaginationUse inspirational artifacts and creative methods to stimulate the performers' imagination. Provide the performers with the necessary documentation. Stimulate performers' imagination involved in live p...prepare lesson contentprepare lesson contentPrepare content to be taught in class in accordance with curriculum objectives by drafting exercises, researching up-to-date examples etc.facilitate teamwork between studentsfacilitate teamwork between studentsEncourage students to cooperate with others in their learning by working in teams, for example through group activities.monitor developments in field of expertisemonitor developments in field of expertiseKeep up with new research, regulations, and other significant changes, labour market related or otherwise, occurring within the field of specialisation.compile course materialcompile course materialWrite, select or recommend a syllabus of learning material for the students enrolled in the course.bring out performers’ artistic potentialbring out performers’ artistic potentialMotivate performers to take on challenges. Encourage peer-learning. Establish an environment for experimentation using various methods, such as improvisation.understand the emotional dimension of a performanceunderstand the emotional dimension of a performanceIdentify the specific aspects of a cast and the emotions elicited by the performers' physical transformations. Sense the emotional charge of choreographic sequences, the arrangement of elements, in th...liaise with educational support staffliaise with educational support staffCommunicate with education management, such as the school principal and board members, and with the education support team such as the teaching assistant, school counsellor or academic advisor on issu...direct movement experiencesdirect movement experiencesAssist clients or patients in moving in a structured or improvisatory manner for expressive purposes.manage student relationshipsmanage student relationshipsManage the relations between students and between student and teacher. Act as a just authority and create an environment of trust and stability.adapt teaching to student's capabilitiesadapt teaching to student's capabilitiesIdentify the learning struggles and successes of students. Select teaching and learning strategies that support students’ individual learning needs and goals.apply teaching strategiesapply teaching strategiesEmploy various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct students, such as communicating content in terms they can understand, organising talking points for clarity, and repeating argument...assess studentsassess studentsEvaluate the students' (academic) progress, achievements, course knowledge and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations. Diagnose their needs and track their progress, strengths, and weakne...identify performers' needsidentify performers' needsIdentify performer's needs, considering the strengths and weaknesses of each performer, and the specific needs for each role or part. Take into account performers' health and safety.define creative componentsdefine creative componentsIdentify sources of inspiration and strong points. Identify the subject of the art production. Identify the content. Identify creative factors such as performers and music.analyse a scriptanalyse a scriptBreak down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.define artistic performance conceptsdefine artistic performance conceptsElucidate performance concepts, such as texts and scores for performers.maintain safe working conditions in performing artsmaintain safe working conditions in performing artsVerify the technical aspects of your workspace, costumes, props, etc. Eliminate potential hazards in your work space or performance. Intervene actively in cases of accidents or illness.demonstrate when teachingdemonstrate when teachingPresent to others examples of your experience, skills, and competences that are appropriate to specific learning content to help students in their learning.give constructive feedbackgive constructive feedbackProvide founded feedback through both criticism and praise in a respectful, clear, and consistent manner. Highlight achievements as well as mistakes and set up methods of formative assessment to evalu...create a work environment where performers can develop their potentialcreate a work environment where performers can develop their potentialEnsure that performers are well prepared and closely guided in each work session. Ask performers for feedback about the work sessions and take it into account.perform classroom managementperform classroom managementMaintain discipline and engage students during instruction.prepare performance training sessionprepare performance training sessionPrepare a training session for performers. Take into account the training goal, the training space, and performers' health and safety.apply intercultural teaching strategiesapply intercultural teaching strategiesEnsure that the content, methods, materials and the general learning experience is inclusive for all students and takes into account the expectations and experiences of learners from diverse cultural ...conduct background research for playsconduct background research for playsResearch historical backgrounds and artistic concepts of plays.develop course outlinedevelop course outlineResearch and establish an outline of the course to be taught and calculate a time frame for the instructional plan in accordance with school regulations and curriculum objectives.
Optional (35) — show
learning difficultieslearning difficultiesThe learning disorders some students face in an academic context, especially Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and concentration deficit disorders.human anatomyhuman anatomyThe dynamic relationship of human structure and function and the muscosceletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, reproductive, integumentary and nervous systems; normal and ...scientific research methodologyscientific research methodologyThe theoretical methodology used in scientific research involving doing background research, constructing an hypothesis, testing it, analysing data and concluding the results.movement techniquesmovement techniquesThe various types of movement and physical postures undertaken for relaxation, body-mind integration, stress reduction, flexibility, core support and rehabilitation purposes, and that are required for...understand the architecture of a live performanceunderstand the architecture of a live performanceIdentify the choreographic structure of a live performance work. Be aware of sequences, sections, parts and rhythmic structure.assist in the organisation of school eventsassist in the organisation of school eventsProvide assistance in the planning and organisation of school events, such as the school's open house day, a sports game or a talent show.analyse theatre textsanalyse theatre textsUnderstand and analyse theatre texts; take an active part in the interpretation of the artistic project; conduct thorough personal research in textual material and dramaturgy.develop drama production processdevelop drama production processHave and develop a thorough understanding of the dramatic production process.practice dance movespractice dance movesStudy and practice dance moves required in artistic productions.perform improvisationperform improvisationPerform dialogues or actions spontaneously or without preparation.promote the conservatorypromote the conservatoryMaintain a positive image of the conservatory and use personal network in the best interest of the conservatory, such as establishing valuable artistic and financial connections.develop the physical languagedevelop the physical languageAnalyse and improve the choreographic movements and physical language, following the directions of the choreographer, scene director, etc.interpret performance concepts in the creative processinterpret performance concepts in the creative processLearn and research a part, in personal and collective research and rehearsal, build an acting performance respecting the concept of the show.identify technical resources for performancesidentify technical resources for performancesIdentify the technical equipment required for rehearsals and performances and the necessary production elements such as sets, props and costumes.adapt a scriptadapt a scriptAdapt a script and, if the play is newly written, work with the writer or collaborate with playwrights.assist students with equipmentassist students with equipmentProvide assistance to students when working with (technical) equipment used in practice-based lessons and solve operational problems when necessary.develop learning curriculumdevelop learning curriculumDevelop and plan the learning goals and outcomes for education institutions, as well as the required teaching methods and potential education resources. Organise content, form, methods and technologie...manage resources for educational purposesmanage resources for educational purposesIdentify the necessary resources needed for learning purposes, such as materials in class or arranged transportation for a field trip. Apply for the corresponding budget and follow up on the orders.play musical instrumentsplay musical instrumentsManipulate purpose-built or improvised instruments to produce musical sounds.assist students with their dissertationassist students with their dissertationSupport university students with the writing of their paper or theses. Advise on research methods or additions to certain parts of their dissertations. Report different types of errors, such as resear...perform exercises for artistic performanceperform exercises for artistic performancePerform exercises and demonstrate them when required. Aim to reach the training session objectives and the appropriate pace, finding a balance between artistic requirements and risk prevention princip...draw up reference documents for performancedraw up reference documents for performanceCreate documents to guide the further production and execution of a performance. Create a performer cast list, cue sheets, choreographic notes, etc.keep records of attendancekeep records of attendanceKeep track of the pupils who are absent by recording their names on a list of absentees.adapt training to labour marketadapt training to labour marketIdentify developments in the labour market and recognise their relevance to the training of students.develop professional networkdevelop professional networkReach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up ...create script for artistic productioncreate script for artistic productionDevelop a script describing the scenes, actions, equipment, content and realisation means for a play, film or broadcast.provide lesson materialsprovide lesson materialsEnsure that the necessary materials for teaching a class, such as visual aids, are prepared, up-to-date, and present in the instruction space.assist students in their learningassist students in their learningSupport and coach students in their work, give learners practical support and encouragement.carry out auditionscarry out auditionsHold auditions and assess and select candidates for roles in the productions.develop methods for choreographic integrationdevelop methods for choreographic integrationDevelop methods to pass on your choreographic style or signature to the performers. Define a mode of transmission. Select the necessary tools.practise singingpractise singingStudy and practise lyrics, melody, and rhythm of songs.study play productionsstudy play productionsResearch how a play has been interpreted in other productions.analyse your fight discipline expertiseanalyse your fight discipline expertiseDescribe experience in your discipline and within an artistic environment. Identify relevant elements to define an approach of your fight discipline in the artistic field. Describe your training backg...develop proposed choreographic languagedevelop proposed choreographic languageRehearse and develop the artistic, choreographic, dramatic and interactional concepts to embody them in the artistic performance.provide career counsellingprovide career counsellingAdvise beneficiaries on future career options through counselling and, potentially, through career testing and evaluation.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a performing arts theatre instructor do?
Performing arts theatre instructors educate students in specific theory and, primarily, practice-based theatre courses at a specialised theatre, or acting, school or conservatory at a higher education level. They provide theoretical instruction in service of the practical skills and techniques the students must subsequently master in theatre. Performing arts theatre instructors monitor the students' progress, assist individually when necessary, and evaluate their knowledge and performance of theatre practice through assignments, tests and examinations.
What skills does a performing arts theatre instructor need?
A performing arts theatre instructor needs 35 essential skills, including assessment processes, breathing techniques, acting techniques, vocal techniques, instructional strategies.
Will AI replace performing arts theatre instructor jobs?
The AI disruption score for performing arts theatre instructor is 12/100 (very low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: keep records of attendance, conduct background research for plays, compile course material. Most resilient: vocal techniques, perform exercises for artistic performance, acting techniques.
AI Replacement Risk
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