Student Worker - Creative Arts Assistant - BC

Baylor University • Waco, TX

1d • $11 - $13 • Onsite

About The Position

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. MUST BE ELIGIBLE for FEDERAL WORK-STUDY. This is off-campus employment, so reliable transportation is important.

Requirements

• 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)
• Eligible for Federal Work-Study
• Reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

• Education practices
• Performance skills
• cultural competency
• practice building relationships

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed