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Seattle Theatre Group · 2 months ago

AileyCamp Personal Development Instructor

Seattle, WA

Part-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Seattle Theatre Group is seeking an AileyCamp Personal Development Instructor to support and empower campers in their participation at AileyCamp. The role involves creating a safe environment for personal development, fostering self-esteem, decision making, and critical thinking skills through engaging activities and discussions.

Media and Entertainment

Responsibilities

Attend all daily classes and activities with assigned group, Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00AM – 3:30PM from June 22 through July 31, 2026. Topics include: decision making; critical thinking; bullying; healthy eating; and healthy ways of being on social media

Attend Teaching Artist Training (open to all ECE artists) in the Spring TBD

Attend Staff Orientations on June 17, 18, 20 time TBD

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 one month 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

Assist with planning and executing camp related events

Assist with task in preparation for the final performance

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

Qualification

Experience in arts educationChoreographing dance piecesWorking with live musicClassroom management skillsCommunication skillsAdapt curriculumCollaboration with teachersReceptive to feedbackOrganizational ability

Required

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.)

Experience in the arts and arts education with specifically middle school youth

Experience choreographing dance pieces that are age appropriate for youth

Experience working with live music in the class setting

Experience in teaching field 8+ years

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong organizational ability

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Must pass background check (not required for virtual programming)

Adhere to STG Minor Policy