Lead/Assist Artist Education Specialist
Job Description
Requirements
o Loves storytelling; curious, creative and spontaneous with ideas
o Strong Initiative-taking/Behavior management skills
o Enjoys being around children in diverse settings & excited to create new experiences for children
o Willing to follow a script, with some flexibility
o Creates a collaborative, inclusive atmosphere
o Highly reliable and communicative
Qualifications
o College Degree
o Self-aware and highly reflective to be able to give helpful feedback from live workshops
o 1 ½ -2 years of experience working with toddler/elementary age children in academic/extra-curricular settings
Responsibilities working with children:
o Assist lead Artist Educator
o Facilitate workshops for children ages 1-12; Keep children on task with lessons
o Support and strengthen expectations and professionalism set by Lead Artist Educator
o Help with the creation of materials and lessons for upcoming workshops
Responsibilities working with adults:
o Build and sustain strong relationship with colleagues
o High level of professionalism and candor
o Weekly meetings for curriculum planning, workshop preparation, and sharing reflections from workshops (over the phone or in-person meet-up)
Other Considerations:
o Theater experience/storytelling is not required, but having a willingness to learn is
o For all applicants, please be aware that the typical commitment is one semester (14 -16 weeks). Preference will be given to those willing to work in Manhattan and Brooklyn
o Willing to comply with state, local or school related CDC guidelines for working with children (i.e. fingerprinting, background check, health requirements, etc.).
o Compensation: $20 hour (3 - 6 hours per week to start)
o Seeking Candidates who are willing to work in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Please send resume and a brief note about yourself to [email protected]. Looking forward to hearing from you!