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HOKALI

After School Educator - Fresno, CA

Fresno, CA · On-site

Performing Arts: Theatre and Acting, Improv, Musical Theatre * Martial Arts: Karate, Jiu Jitsu * Languages: Spanish, Mandarin * Wellness: Yoga, Meditation, Stretching * STEAM: Robotics, Coding, Lego ...

HOKALI

After School Educator - Fresno, CA

Fresno, CA · On-site

Performing Arts: Theatre and Acting, Improv, Musical Theatre * Martial Arts: Karate, Jiu Jitsu * Languages: Spanish, Mandarin * Wellness: Yoga, Meditation, Stretching * STEAM: Robotics, Coding, Lego ...

HOKALI

After School Educator - Fresno, CA

Fresno, CA · On-site

Performing Arts: Theatre and Acting, Improv, Musical Theatre * Martial Arts: Karate, Jiu Jitsu * Languages: Spanish, Mandarin * Wellness: Yoga, Meditation, Stretching * STEAM: Robotics, Coding, Lego ...

HOKALI

After School Educator - Fresno, CA

Selma, CA

Performing Arts: Theatre and Acting, Improv, Musical Theatre * Martial Arts: Karate, Jiu Jitsu * Languages: Spanish, Mandarin * Wellness: Yoga, Meditation, Stretching * STEAM: Robotics, Coding, Lego ...

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How much do improv actor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for improv actor in the United States is $27.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Improv Actor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Improv Actor, you need a strong foundation in acting, quick thinking, creativity, and the ability to perform spontaneously, typically gained through theater training or improv workshops. Familiarity with improvisational formats, stage techniques, and sometimes digital performance platforms is beneficial. Excellent listening skills, adaptability, teamwork, and a sense of humor help performers connect with both their fellow actors and the audience. These skills are essential for successfully creating engaging, unscripted performances and fostering audience interaction.

What are improv actors?

Improv actors are performers who specialize in improvisational theater, creating scenes, dialogue, and characters spontaneously without a scripted plan. They rely on quick thinking, creativity, and teamwork to react to audience suggestions or prompts from other actors. Improv actors often perform in comedy clubs, theaters, or as part of corporate training and workshops, showcasing their ability to entertain and adapt in real time. Their skills can also be valuable in film, television, and education settings.

What are some common challenges improv actors face during live performances, and how can they be managed?

Improv actors often encounter challenges such as unexpected audience suggestions, staying in sync with their fellow performers, and maintaining creative energy throughout the show. Successfully managing these challenges involves strong listening skills, adaptability, and trust among team members. Many improv troupes rehearse regularly to build group cohesion and practice techniques for thinking on their feet, which helps them handle surprises and keep performances engaging. Collaboration and open communication within the group are key to ensuring a supportive and dynamic environment.
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Infographic showing various Improv Actor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 31% Full Time, 48% Part Time, 8% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,903 per year, or $27.4 per hour.

Acting Instructor for Afterschool Programs

Togetherhood

New York, NY

$60 - $120/hr

Contractor

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Do you also speak french? We have urgent need for a french-speaking improv instructor for September 2025!
About Togetherhood

At Togetherhood, we're building something special: a vibrant marketplace where passionate educators meet schools and communities hungry for enrichment. Whether it's arts & crafts, skateboarding, breakdancing, or STEM through the lens of Harry Potter, we match talented instructors with opportunities to share their skills and spark joy in the next generation.

Our mission is simple but powerful: "to infuse every community with high quality enrichment and education." We're here to support you in sharing your craft, your voice, and your passion with kids who are ready to learn and grow. If you're a dynamic instructor who loves what you teach and why you teach it, we'd love for you to be part of Togetherhood.

What You'll Do

As a member of our network, you will be matched with opportunities to teach acting classes to K-12 students at schools, buildings, and communities across New York. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks. As an after school instructor, you'll have the following responsibilities:

  • Conceive of and create an age-appropriate curriculum for your class
  • Create memorable experience for the children in your class to help them grow and develop a passion for theater
  • Consistently arrive at your class on time (or early!), prepared with the lesson plan for the day
  • Help children understand why acting is so wonderful and how it's helped shape you as a person
Who You Are

A fun, enthusiastic, adaptable instructor, with experience teaching school age children, and who:

  • Has excitement, joy, and passion for both teaching kids and personal development/learning
  • Knows how to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
  • Brings your own voice and creativity to each class you teach
  • Is cooperative, supportive, flexible
  • Is dependable, proactive, and thrives when given autonomy ... and also appreciates support and clear expectations
How To Apply
  • Click the Link!
  • Provide a resume showcasing relevant teaching experience
  • If you lack formal teaching experience, please share any other relevant experience or training - either in a cover letter or on the application questionnaire
  • If you are interested in after school assistant positions, please click here to learn more!
What to Expect
  • If your resume is a fit, we'll reach out to set up a screening call on Google Meet
  • Candidates advancing from screenings will have a second video interview, including sharing a sample lesson plan
  • The final step of the process will require a background check, clearances for working in schools (where relevant), and references
Employment Type: CONTRACTOR

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