Performing Arts Instructor II

Strathcona County • Sherwood Park, AB

22h • CA$27 - CA$34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Performing Arts Instructor II works within a team environment to develop and implement creative, age-appropriate Performing Arts programs for Strathcona County in the areas of drama, dance, musical theatre, improv, vocal and instrumental music, film/video editing. These positions report to the Performing Arts Programmer at Festival Place. The programs you may support in this position include: Community and school programs scheduled from Monday – Friday from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm (child/ youth/adult)), Community programs scheduled from 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm (child/youth/adult) and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Summer and other seasonal camps scheduled Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (child/youth). This position ranges from 3-20 hours per week. Summer hours may increase to 35 hours per week. This posting is for 1 hourly position based out of Festival Place.

Requirements

• Two years of work experience instructing performing arts and/or other programs to children and youth in group settings
• Positive, proven leadership and team-building skills
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments and demands
• Ability to maintain high standards of respect, safety, quality, and cooperation
• Time-management skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Outstanding problem-solving and communication skills
• Submission of Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
• Current First Aid and CPR (Level C) certification
• Ability to lift 20lbs. and supply totes as part of the job duties and stand for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education in performing arts, education or equivalent experience is an asset

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a range of performing arts programs, classes, camps, and workshops to a wide variety of audiences within an inclusive, positive, safe, and creative learning environment
• Plan, develop, and deliver activities that incorporate a variety of art forms, including but not limited to, drama, acting, dance, vocal and instrumental music, and musical theatre
• Consider skill development and progression, arts education approaches to maximize participant learning, appreciation, and engagement
• For children and youth, incorporate the interests of the children and support children’s emotional, artistic, and social development, creativity, and fundamental movement skill progression
• For adults, incorporate relevant interests as well as opportunities for skill development and self-expression
• For seniors develop age-appropriate program incorporating principles that enhance well-being, improve quality of life, and combat isolation
• For school groups, understand curriculum connections and teacher objectives, and desired outcomes to support educational success
• Prepare materials and plans for each program/workshop/camp
• Ensure program spaces are prepared and safe and that materials and equipment are used in accordance with County OHS guidelines
• Provide excellent guest service for program participants and the community
• Collaborate and positively interact within a team environment
• Manage forms, documents, and communications with class participants at the time of the class
• Communicate any questions, issues, or concerns to the Recreation Programmer – Performing Arts
• Assist with program documentation and administration and site preparation
• Provide safe supervision to participants engaged in programs and ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Lead role in coordinating and delivering programs, seasonal camps, workshops, and activities
• Provide administrative support to the operation of programs/seasonal camps/workshops (i.e. waivers, pick up/drop forms, camp evaluations, communication with parents, etc.)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness spending account
• Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree