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SUMMARY OF POSITION

POSITION: Instructor (“Teaching Artist”) – CCT Theatre360 Summer Camps

TIME COMMITMENT: 8:30AM-5:30PM M-F (1 hour lunch break each day), Training prior to June 5 (as scheduled, TBA)

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Summer Program Coordinator 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Instructors (Teaching Artists) work in a classroom, studio, or hands-on/lab-type setting. Must be comfortable leading a group of young people in subject matter pertaining to theatre arts (acting, movement/dance, costumes, stagecraft, theatrical design), as well as structuring a curriculum (of varying lengths) to fill classroom time in an engaging, creative, and fun way. In addition to support staff, instructors will assist cohorts of students with moving between classrooms throughout the day in a block style rotation schedule. Teaching artists will determine appropriate learning objectives in conjunction with guidance from CCT, and create their own lesson plans based on existing CCT curriculum and State/National Standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in teaching as well as within their subject area, and must be able to work with multiple age groups. At the end of each week, instructors will lead/assist with a “share day” for parents and caregivers, to demonstrate the students’ experience and progress over the course of the camp.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Leading classes in basic theatre curriculum in fun and engaging ways • Lesson planning • Utilizing strong and confident classroom management skills • A love for the arts and working with young people • The ability to differentiate instruction for a variety of ability/skill levels and experience • Working cooperatively with other instructors • Communicating with students, parents/caregivers, and colleagues • Advising students individually on independent projects on articulating and accomplishing learning goals • Maintaining a positive and nurturing classroom environment

QUALIFICATIONS • Progress toward or existing Bachelor’s degree or certification in early childhood education, education, fine arts, or performing arts • Professional experience working with children at the elementary and/or secondary school level • Passion for arts education • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to think creatively • Strong problem solving skills 

To apply, please email your resume to info@columbuschildrenstheatre.org. 

POSITION: Learning Support Staff (“Adventure Guide”) – CCT Theatre360 Summer Camps

TIME COMMITMENT: 8:30AM-5:30PM M-F (1 hour lunch break each day), Training prior to June 5 (as scheduled, TBA)

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Summer Program Coordinator 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Support Staff (Adventure Guides) assist instructors in a classroom, studio, or hands-on/lab-type setting. Support staff will lead theatre and improv games as scheduled activities, and will lead cohorts of students moving between classrooms throughout the day in a block style rotation schedule. Ideal candidates will have experience in working with young people, and must be able to work with multiple age groups. Support staff will assist the instructors and Summer Program Coordinator with administrative duties, such as daily check-in and pick up procedures, taking class attendance, assisting with behavior issues as they arise, etc. At the end of the week, support staff will assist with a “share day” for parents and caregivers, to demonstrate the students’ experience and progress over the course of the camp.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Assisting instructors with activities and direct instruction during classes • Providing support for students throughout the day • Utilizing strong and confident classroom management skills • A love for the arts and working with young people • Communicating with students, parents/caregivers, and colleagues • Maintaining a positive and nurturing classroom environment

QUALIFICATIONS • Progress toward or existing Bachelor’s degree or certification in early childhood education, education, fine arts, or performing arts • Ideal candidates will have experience working with children at the elementary and/or secondary school level • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to think creatively • Strong problem solving skills • Must be comfortable working with students in small groups and individually

To apply, please email your resume to info@columbuschildrenstheatre.org

Our volunteers can assist in many ways. Whether it be Ushering, Front Desk help, or pitch in working backstage on a production, we can always find a place for helping hands!

If you are interested in Volunteering contact Kelsey at Kelsey.h@columbuschildrenstheatre.org

CCT Internships collaborate with the professional staff in the day-to-day operation of a creative and unique non-profit arts organization. By joining the CCT family you will gain first-hand experience in your chosen field, observe the fast-paced world of arts administration in action, and develop skills for a career in the theatre industry.

Time Commitment:
Schedules will vary based on applicant availability and organization need.

Compensation:
Internships are in exchange for academic credit or volunteer hours only.

To  Apply:

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and must include:
*  A cover letter
*  A Resume
*  One recommendation

Forward inquiries to: Brooke@columbuschildrenstheatre.org

Past Internships Include:

• Arts Administration Assistant
• Education Assistant
• PR and Marketing Intern
• Development Assistant
• Costume Shop Intern