Summer Camp Theater Lead (Seasonal)

Oakland Children's Fairyland • Oakland, CA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Fairyland is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Summer Camp Theater Lead to inspire young performers through storytelling, imagination, and collaborative play. This role is ideal for a strong leader who is passionate about youth development, arts education, and community engagement.
The Theater Lead works closely with a Summer Camp Associate and Summer Camp Intern to guide a cohort of 15+ campers through the process of creating, rehearsing, and performing an original theatrical production. Through this experience, campers explore creativity, confidence, teamwork, and self-expression in a supportive and fun environment.
All successful candidates must attend paid staff training from May 26 – May 29, which includes First Aid and CPR certification (if not already certified), team building, and program preparation.

Requirements

• Experience working with school-aged children in educational or camp settings
• Demonstrated ability to lead youth in theatrical production and creative collaboration
• Knowledge of script development, performance techniques, and production basics
• Commitment to child-centered, culturally responsive teaching practices
• Strong classroom and group management skills
• Ability to create inclusive, welcoming, and emotionally safe environments
• Understanding of diverse learning styles and developmental needs
• Basic arts and crafts skills, including use of recycled or reusable materials
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience communicating with families and caregivers
• Ability to pass a background check and meet requirements for working with children
• People-orientation- able to interact effectively, politely, and productively with all types of people from all types of backgrounds and experience and in all types of situations.
• Professional maturity to manage composure during stressful interactions
• Energetic, diplomatic, adaptable and with a good sense of humor.
• Passionate about the mission, vision, and goals of Fairyland and possess an understanding of how this position contributes to the organization’s success.
• Strong work ethic with an orientation toward process improvement.
• Impeccable integrity and honesty
• Ability to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start of employment

Nice To Haves

• College coursework or degree in theater, performing arts, education, or a related field
• Experience in acting, singing, dancing, or stage movement
• Prior experience leading theater programs for youth
• Experience working with diverse student populations

Responsibilities

• Lead a cohort of campers in developing and producing an original theatrical performance
• Facilitate scriptwriting, rehearsals, staging, and performance preparation
• Guide campers in prop, costume, and set creation using creative and reusable materials
• Design and implement engaging daily activities that integrate storytelling, arts, and play
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment
• Collaborate with camp staff to ensure smooth daily operations
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers regarding camper progress and program activities
• Support positive behavior management and promote teamwork and respect
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and organizational policies

What This Job Offers

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