Through guidance, patience and clarity, the AileyCamp Personal Development instructor helps support and empower campers to be the best they can be in their participation at AileyCamp. They are passionate, committed, and motivated about their job and have the ability to reach out to campers and create relationships of mutual trust. They know how to organize their daily responsibilities and make learning a meaningful process. In a positive and inspiring manner, the Personal Development instructor assists campers in the development of self-esteem, decision making, and critical thinking skills through facilitated discussions, workshops and teacher lead activities that are age appropriate and engaging. They create a safe and brave environment where campers are invited to share their experiences, challenges, and successes. This temporary, non-exempt position reports to the STG AileyCamp Director and earns a$75 hourly teaching rate; $25 hourly planning rate, $25 hourly support staff rate (when not teaching including trainings and orientation)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Teach 1-3 Personal Development classes a day from June 26^th through July 31^st, 2024 Daily between the hours of 8:00AM – 2:30PM. Topics include: decision making; critical thinking; bullying; healthy eating; and healthy ways of being on social media.
• Attend the mandatory AileyCamp Staff Orientation on June 24^th & 25^th from 10am-3pm
• Assist campers in the development of self-discipline and critical thinking skills through facilitated discussions, workshops, and teacher lead activities.
• Create class content for the six weeks of camp.
• Provide the AileyCamp Manager with a copy of class planning two months prior to the start of the camp.
• Lead the campers in creating a personal development relevant performance piece or showing of their work for the end of camp final share in consultation with the AileyCamp Manager, Ailey Camp Administrator, and other faculty.

• Provide onsite support to STG, AC Manager and administrator when not teaching which includes but not limited to:
  • Setup/cleanup of classroom spaces
  • Supporting the distribution of snacks and lunches each day
  • Supporting the distribution of classroom materials, attire and AC gear
  • Supporting/assisting other faculty in classes as needed
  • Participate in free periods, on Fun Fridays, and general supervision of campers during classes, free periods, breaks and lunches, field trips or events
• Participate in all rehearsal, preparation and final share activities to support artistic staff.

• Participate in scheduled staff meetings and individual meetings with the AileyCamp Manager.

• Provide the AileyCamp Manager with a written evaluation of the students’ progress at the beginning of camp and at the end.
• Experience in age-appropriate instruction and working with youth ages 11-14.
• Dedication to racial equity and social justice work in the arts
• Strong classroom management skills
• Ability to adapt curriculum to meet campers and alumni needs
• Provide support to campers during classes
• Collaborate with other AileyCamp teachers when necessary
• Receptive to ongoing feedback and provide meaningful feedback to AileyCamp Manager with the goal of improving AileyCamp
• Dress in the AileyCamp staff uniform and in a neat and clean manner ensuring clothing and/or costumes do not contain inappropriate references for children (alcohol, drugs, profanity, etc.).

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience in the arts and arts education with specifically middle school youth.
2. Experience choreographing dance pieces that are age appropriate for youth
3. Experience working with live music in the class setting
4. Experience in teaching field 8 years
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong organizational ability
6. Able to work independently with minimal supervision

REQUIREMENTS

1. Must pass background check (not required for virtual programming)

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Seattle Theatre Group is an equal opportunity employer.