Improv/Theatre teacher needed - Summer Camp

Entertainment Ranger

Overview:

Adventures in Writing Camp is seeking a creative, zany, theatrical, musical, and (preferably) credentialed classroom teacher to inspire campers through musical writing instruction. The ideal candidate loves wearing costumes, and probably has an overflowing costume box they wish they could use more often!

You:

• You're inspired by Adventure in Writing Camp’s mission to help children fall in love with writing! Writing education, project-based learning, student choice, and creative, welcoming spaces all speak to the very heart of who you are.
• You're an creative, fun-loving educator. You’re an actor, front-person in a band, and/or someone who thrives making an audience laugh, sing, and engage.
• You have some classroom /crowd management experience. In addition to serving as the MC of the morning and afternoon all-camp assemblies, you will lead the “music” rotation, teaching campers dance moves and helping them write poetry.
• You’re ready to grow. You know that true mastery requires commitment, effort, thoughtful feedback, personal reflection, and implementation of lessons learned.

Us:

Inspire and be inspired! Immerse yourself in a world of creativity and music as you foster a love of writing among elementary and middle school campers. Adventures in Writing Camp is a two week day camp that channels the power of childhood imagination into writing success! The camp’s curriculum and lessons guide students through the process of writing, illustrating and creating their own eBook or blog. See the magic of Adventures in Writing Camp for yourself by watching the video on the home page of

What you’ll do...

As the Entertainment Ranger, you will embody the fun, musical culture at camp. You will serve as “director” of daily morning and afternoon assemblies. You will be leading camp sing-alongs as well as teaching writing lessons delivered as songs (with accompanying dance moves!) each day. The ability to sing and dance is a must. The ability to sing and dance well is a bonus!

You will be delivering one 50 minute lesson four times (once each to grades 2-5). You will have 30 minutes of morning prep-time, and though we will provide you with music and a lesson plan to lead your sessions, we will empower you to bring your own personality and interests to these activities and you will experience a personal sense of accomplishment as your campers succeed.

A local college student, “Adventure Guide,” will be available to support you during classroom sessions. We anticipate a ratio of approximately 1 teacher to 16-25 students.

The Entertainment Ranger will spend approximately 17 hours leading music based writing activities. The musical ranger’s schedule also includes “MC-ing” 5 hours of assembly, 2.5 hours of greeting families at drop-off and pick-up times, 3.5 hours of paid lunch break, 2.5 hours of paid prep time, and 1.5 hours of meetings. The Entertainment Writing Ranger will be on site from 8:15 am – 3:15 pm.

What we’re looking for...

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience
• Experience working with K-5th grade children
• Current First Aid CPR Certification
• Proficient with iPads, iMovie and general AV equipment (including projectors, speakers, and PA systems.
• Excellent communicator (with parents, staff, and Site Administrator)

Time Commitment and Schedule

You will be hired to work a two-week session. You may have the opportunity to work multiple sessions depending on location. Camps typically start in early to mid June and conclude in August.

Attend a one-day on-site All Camp Training (June 7th)

Be on-site daily from 8:15am to 3:15pm. For the sake of the kids’ experience, it is expected that applicants plan to be available all ten days of any camp session they are working.

Complete online training assignments

Compensation & Benefits

• Daily pay is $225/day. For the sake of the kids’ experience, it is expected that applicants plan to be available all ten days of camp.
• Temporary employee (non-benefited)
• Paid sick leave is accrued at a rate of one hour per every thirty hours worked. Accrual begins on the first day of employment. Paid sick leave may be used beginning on the 90th day of employment.
• If your own children are of camp-age, we offer significant discounts on camp programs.

Work Location

Onsite at your assigned camp location(s):

Cupertino July 14-25

Cupertino July 28-August 8

or

Saratoga July 7-18

Apply directly here: team.aiwcamp.com

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $225.00 per day

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Teaching: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cupertino, CA 95015 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $225