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THE HARKER SCHOOL

Summer Conservatory Production Assistant Job at THE HARKER SCHOOL in San Jose

THE HARKER SCHOOL, San Jose, CA, United States, 95129

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Job Location
Upper School - San Jose, CA

Position Type
Summer

Description

We are in search of Summer Performing Arts Teacher Aides to work in our Summer Program!!

Estimated hourly range: $18.75 - $24.00/hour

About our Summer Program

Summer programs at Harker include a wide variety of academic and recreational offerings. We offer an academically focused TK-5 Summer Camp; the Summer Institute for Middle and High School-aged students; and our English Language Institute for international students. Our summer programs reflect our commitment to providing Bay Area children with a dynamic and exciting educational experience.

Click here to learn more about our Summer Program: http://www.harker.org/summer

Position Summary

Provide a positive environment for campers to learn and develop lifelong skills in the performing arts through classes and rehearsals for a concluding performance. Assists the Summer Conservatory Director and providing support to the students in the classroom. He/she shall be responsible for maintaining the physical and emotional safety of the campers.

Qualifications

  • Completed 11th grade with proof of attendance
  • Proven experience in performing arts classes
  • Experience working in theater arts or musical theater as a performer
  • Experience working with children as a leader

Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements

Must have an extensive classroom and performance background in either theater or musical theater Strong organizational skills Ability to lead a room of middle-high school students with control and ease Strong knowledge of theater skills, games, and processes

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Lunchtime supervision, aftercare (4-5 pm daily)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists directors with the prop, set and costume design creation, acquisition, and organization Develops and executes morning warm-ups and skill-based activities for middle school campers Manages RPAC organization for production under the director of Artistic Director Participates, and depending on experience, in morning class activities in the arts

Working Conditions

Working throughout the RPAC during the day, lunch outside

Our Mission:

Our mission is to educate students for success at college and beyond, and to foster kindness, respect and integrity within a safe and nurturing environment. We achieve academic excellence through the development of intellectual curiosity, personal accountability and love of learning. Our comprehensive program and exceptional faculty and staff help students discover, develop and enjoy their unique talents. We honor individuality, embrace diversity, and promote leadership and service, preparing students to take their place as global citizens.