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Pacific Opera Project: Cuentos Cantados - Seeking Native Spanish Speaking Teaching Artist
Seeking Talent From: California (Los Angeles)
Union Status: Non-Union
Pay: Pays up to $50/instructional hour
Posted: 9/25/2026 Updated: 9/25/2026 Deadline for Submissions: 10/15/2026
POP is hiring native Spanish speaking Teaching Artists to lead ¡Cuentos Cantados! programming in schools.​ Part-Time (Seasonal) Organizational Overview: Founded in 2011, Pacific Opera Project (POP) reimagines opera as an affordable adventure by making unforgettable, entertaining performances accessible for all. We envision that opera will become a greater part of popular culture as we develop a diverse community of opera lovers and further the careers of talented creators through bold, inspiring performances. Now beginning its 16th season, POP has earned a national reputation for bold productions, imaginative direction, and a joyful approach to the art form. The Los Angeles Times recently included POP among the "Best of 2024 in Classical Music." POP presents a dynamic mix of reimagined classics, rediscovered gems, and groundbreaking new productions in venues ranging from outdoor gardens and historic theaters to intimate clubs and community spaces. With frequently sold-out performances, a devoted and expanding audience, and enthusiastic critical acclaim, POP is widely recognized as one of the most exciting opera companies in the country. Position Summary: Reporting to the Director of Education & Engagement, each POP Teaching Artist works in tandem with the Education team to bring POP's educational programming to the greater Northeast Los Angeles area. The Director of Education & Engagement identifies school partners and provides each Teaching Artist with a set of lessons and supplies for each partner school. This role is responsible for preparing and teaching a 6-week "residency" of lessons in 2nd–8th grade classrooms. This is an exciting opportunity for an artist, educator, or opera lover to combine their passion for the arts with nurturing pedagogical techniques that introduce the art of opera to the next generation. Pacific Opera Project is committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. Pacific Opera Project is an equal opportunity employer.
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For more detailed info, please visit: https://www.pacificoperaproject.com/

Casting: By submission
Start Date: TBD, September 2026.
--3-5 instructional hours per week for beginning Teaching Artists.
--Room for growth, 6-10 hours maximum per 6-week session.
**This seasonal employee position works in 6-week periods during the fall, winter, and spring, between September and June.
Location: Los Angeles, CA (On-Site)
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Teaching Artist |Any Gender |Any Ethnicity |Age: 18–80 |Role Type: Special Ability
Qualifications: Experienced in a public school classroom with 15 or more students. Experience with or knowledge of opera or classical music. Strong planning and preparation skills. Clear written and verbal communication skills. A genuine passion for the performing arts and enthusiasm for POP's mission. Ability to work during the day and commute to onsite locations. Basic familiarity with PowerPoint, Slides, and connecting a computer to a projector via USB-C, HDMI, or other adaptors. Spanish fluency is necessary for specific ¡Cuentos Cantados! Programming. Will be required to pass a Live Scan background check. **We don't necessarily need you to have a background in singing opera, but we do need you to have a strong background in attending opera and general classical music knowledge. Please submit Resume and Cover Letter with the subject line, “POP Teaching Artist Application.” For more detailed info, please visit: https://www.pacificoperaproject.com/
Pay: $40 per instructional hour for My First Opera and Opera Explorers programming. $50 per instructional hour for ¡Cuentos Cantados! Programming. $20 per preparation hour (max 1 hour per curriculum, per week). (e.g. one My First Opera classroom for 6-weeks, including prep = $360.00 compensation; one ¡Cuentos Cantados! Classroom for 6-weeks, including prep = $420.00 compensation)
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