Let's Collaborate.
The work that we do at Bread and Roses Missouri is built in collaboration. Whether it's with artists, workers, organizers, and community members who believe in the power of storytelling. If you are looking to join our team, be part of a production, share your skills, or work behind-the-scenes, we have a place for you.
Explore below for current opportunities to work, create, and grow alongside us. Check back often, as new opportunities get posted every few months.
THE WORKERS' OPERA 2026
The Workers’ Opera brings community members together to create and perform original theatre rooted in the stories, experiences, and histories of working people. No professional theatre experience is required. We’re looking for people who are curious, collaborative, and excited to create something together.
Participants will work alongside artists and fellow community members throughout the rehearsal process to help bring a new production to life. Rehearsals begin in July, and all participants are paid for their time. If you believe in the power of storytelling, community, and collective creativity, we invite you to apply.
Email Emily at director@breadandrosesmo.org to learn more and join!
TEACHING ARTISTS & TEACHING ASSISTANTS
Bread and Roses Missouri seeks Teaching Artists for our 2026 Summer Youth Initiative.
Our Youth Initiative provides underserved youth access to high-quality arts education, exploring individual and community well-being, and introducing youth to artists who have been social activists. Lessons use artmaking to encourage reflection on their individual identity and their role as a community changemaker.
Our Youth Initiative happens at summer recreation and community centers across St. Louis. Teaching Artists will be assigned to partner sites in St. Louis City and County to lead bi-weekly, 2-hour art workshops for ages 7-12. Compensation $70/hour. Training pay and meeting compensation is included. Teaching Artists must have weekday availability and reliable transportation is essential.
Visual Artists with experience teaching youth ages 7-12, and have a passion for social and economic justice issues, are encouraged to apply. Experience in other art forms, such as poetry, music or theater, is also encouraged. Please contact Luisa Otero Prada, Youth Initiative Coordinator at youth@breadandrosesmo.org, to inquire about opportunities.
Artists of color and artists who speak English as a second language are strongly encouraged to apply to join our diverse Youth Initiative staff.
Not experienced yet but passionate about working with youth? We also hire Teaching Assistants to partner with our Teaching Artists. Assistants are compensated at $35/hr. Contact Luisa at the email above if you are interested.