Instructor Positions 2025 – CLOSED

Assistant Instructor Positions 2025 - FILLED

We are looking for an

We are excited to offer the following position starting Fall 2025:

Assistant Instructor – Musical Theatre

Please note:

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest.
Regretfully we will only be able to reply to applicants selected for interview.
Deadline to Apply July 30, 2025

Responsibilities

Work with the lead instructor to prepare 1.25 hour class plans for beginner and intermediate musical theatre participants. Assist lead instructor with 1.25 hours for groups of children between the ages of 8-12 musical theatre.
Keep children safe at all times while teaching.
Attend all classes for which they are requested to teach, on time and prepared to work and will present themselves in a professional manner at all times. Specific dates communicated beforehand can be covered by substitute instructors.
Take good care of props and costumes loaned to them for the class, understanding that any damage caused other than during the class (i.e. spilt coffee) will be their liability.
Adhere to all known City Policies including the Code of Conduct, Supporting Children and Youth and the RCTC Class Agreement policies.
Send monthly invoices for remuneration.

Qualifications:

Background in teaching/instruction preferred
Background in Musical Theatre preferred
Fluent in English

Requirements:

Emergency or Standard First Aid and CPR-C
Police Information Check with the Vulnerable Sector

Remuneration:

$25.00

Commitment:

5 Hours a week for 10 weeks

Starting Date:

September 17, 2025

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Instructors

Learn More About Our Instructors

Kelly Zhou

“Kelly Zhou (she/her) is an actor, teaching artist, multidisciplinary creator, and graduate of the Theatre Performance Program at Douglas College. Select acting credits: One Of A Kind (The Flame/Vancouver International Children’s Festival), The Matchmaker (Theatre in the Country), Dissected (Or Festival), A Christmas Carol in Gay Apparel (The Leaping Thespians), and Bog Body (Foolish Productions). Kelly was a part of the 2023 Riotous Youth cohort at Bard on the Beach where she devised and performed a piece titled Come Away: A Shakesperiment. Kelly also collaborated on a film titled Tides of March which premiered in June 2024 at the Rio Theatre for the Run N Gun Festival and was nominated for Best Youth Film. Additionally, she works as a Patron Services Supervisor for Gateway Theatre and Village Manager for Bard on the Beach. As a teaching artist, she has taught and assistant taught with The Surrey Arts Centre, Lights Up Musical Theatre, the Arts Club Theatre Company, and Bard on the Beach. Kelly strives to embrace diversity in her art and to foster a safe, inclusive, and accessible learning environment for students from all walks of life.”

Annahis Basmadjian

A graduate of UBC’s Creative Writing Program, and the University of Edinburgh’s Master’s of Science of Creative Writing Program, Annahis’ work has been featured all over Vancouver; in the Brave New Playrites Festival (Bookmarkers, 2014, Fog Lights, 2015), UBC’s Commerce Community Program (Psychopomp & Circumstance, 2016), the Cold Reading Series’ 4×3 Festival (Kidnappees, 2017), The Vancouver Fringe Festival (Rockefeller Evening, 2017), and Festival Dionysia (Hot Pursuit, 2018). Annahis was able to produce and mount her work independently after founding Rushed Productions LTD in 2018, breakthrough pieces being Albireo (2018) and Sigma Acapella (2024), both original, two act musicals. Previous to her time at RCTC, Annahis acted as the head Drama/Music teacher at Alcuin College, spearheading school concerts, public performances and the school play.

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$196.00

Duotang and Music Sheets
10 Weeks of Instruction
75 minutes of Instruction
Costumes and Props Provided
Invited Final Performance on the last class

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Musical Theatre Classes

Musical Theatre Classes for Kids

Calling All Musical Theatre Enthusiasts & Aspiring Performers

Learn to Act, Sing and Dance with the Royal Canadian Theatre Company!

Embark on a journey through the enchanting world of musical theatre with Kelly Zhou and Annahis Basmadjian, two passionate performers dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering creativity. With several years of experience in the spotlight, Kelly and Annahis bring a wealth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm to every class.

In RCTC’s classes, students will explore the fundamentals of musical theatre, including vocal techniques, basic dancing and choreography, building characters, and stage presence. Through personalized instruction and constructive feedback, our instructors empower each student to discover their unique voice and express themselves with confidence on stage.

Whether you’re a emerging performer or stepping into the spotlight for the first time, let us guide you on a journey of self-discovery, creativity, and endless possibilities. Our classes end with a performance where parents are invited to watch what their kids have been able to learn and create. Unleash your potential, ignite your passion, and let the magic of musical theatre transform you into a star!