Student Worker - Creative Arts Assistant - BC

Baylor University•Waco, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

In a student employee capacity, may assist in working with external community service partners. POSITION SUMMARY - To teach the arts in the area of Art, Music, and/or Dance as a part of the Afterschool Programs for Children and Youth here at Mission Waco, and potentially with adult program participants (Manna House – men’s residential recovery, and My Brother’s Keeper – emergency shelter for adults). Work together to provide the Creative Arts Showcase at the end of each semester. This is off-campus employment, so reliable transportation is important.

Requirements

MUST BE ELIGIBLE for FEDERAL WORK-STUDY.
Minimum of 1 year performing or training in art, music and or dance
teaching experience
experience working with children and youth
Good Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Ability to communicate appropriately & compassionately under pressure
Represent Mission Waco’s values with all program participants
Strong Work Ethic
Strategic Thinker
Flexible 15-20 hrs/wk (available in afternoons, early evenings, Saturday)

Nice To Haves

reliable transportation

Responsibilities

Recruit students from the Children and Youth Programs to learn art, music, and/or dance for your perspective field.
Collaborate with other staff (visual arts, music, and dance) for performances, summer camps, and productions.
Potentially supervise or work with volunteers and interns who may be assisting with classes.
Promote and oversee art, music, and/or dance for Mission Waco Youth and Children Programs, and potentially the lower-income population of the Waco Community.
Maintain cleanliness and safety of facilities used for Creative Arts.