Description

The Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University seeks teaching artists with childcare experience and a specialty in one or more of the following areas: theatre, vocal music, and/or dance, to serve as Assistant Teaching Artists for the Center’s Summer Musical Theatre Camp.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:15pm for camp teaching artists. (with the possibility of also working later in the evening for camp after-care and final shows.)
Session #1: June 10 – 14, 2024, with a final show on June 14 at 7pm
Session #2: June 17 – 28, 2024 (no camp June 19), with a final show on June 28 at 7pm
This is a temporary assignment that will end at the discretion of the department or when funding or hours are exhausted.
COMPENSATION: $15-20/hour, based on experience.

Essential Responsibilities

TEACHING ARTIST duties include:

• Working under the guidance the Camp Directors, devise a short script inspired by Shrek the musical and camper suggestions, and then stage the script with a small group of campers.
• Directing campers in the rehearsal of scripted scenes for Shrek and Annie KIDS.
• Providing creative support and suggestions for campers on songs and choreography.
• Providing accurate program information, technical needs, supply needs, and other communications as needed to Camp Directors.
• Assisting during full ensemble rehearsals.
• Assisting backstage/onstage during technical rehearsals and performance.

• Leading a group of campers and providing support to them throughout the day.
• Supervising lunch, recess, and day-to-day camper activities.
• Instructing campers on expectations and assisting campers with maintaining clean spaces, including theater, bathrooms, green room, and lobby.
• Assisting with daily parent/guardian drop-off and pick-up.
• Managing classroom behavior for assigned campers.
• Assisting before, during, and after the final performance.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience working with children ages 7-15
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Arts experience in at least one of the following areas: theatre, acting, vocal music, dance, improvisation, scriptwriting.
• Must pass a background check.
• Ability to play piano and/or read sheet music is helpful.

Supplemental Information

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Please attach a resume and a brief letter of interest describing why you are interested in this role, include relevant previous work experience, and any special skills you have that would make you an ideal fit by April 12, 2024.