Theater Instructor - Middle School 839 - Roads to Success : Job Details

OUR MISSION: Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future. OUR VISION: We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success. PROGRAM DESIGN: RTS facilitates a variety of youth programs including after-school, summer camps, retreats, conferences, and summer employment opportunities reaching thousands of young people throughout NYC each year. RTS emphasizes the youth development practice of theCircle of Couragein all our programs; creating an environment ofBelonging,where young people can build theirIndependence,find, and develop theirMasteryskill,and practiceGenerosityin their communities.At the core of our programs are staff training strategies that enable our young professionals to develop extraordinarily meaningful relationships with the young people in their care who we callOur Future Leadersbecause that is what they all are. ORGANIZATIONAL ROLE:

• Supervisor: Program Director
• Compensation: $25 - $30 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach and lead 1-hour sessions surrounding your field of Theatre.
• Creatively incorporate academics into the lesson plans.
• Plan and submit bi-weekly lesson plans to Education Specialist for approval.

• Provides lesson plans that scaffold toward a culminating event/or take-home activity
• Provides lesson plans to group leaders prior to implementation in classroom for better assistance
• Must have time management and organizational skills in a classroom setting.
• Work collaboratively with staff to maintain order and participation during program.
• Ensures the safety of all participants throughout the instruction period

• Communicate with the Site Director about any schedule and classroom modifications, or behavioral issues,
• Attend mandatory scheduled meetings and professional development training.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested by the Education Specialist, Site Director, or Assistant Site Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree or certification in your teaching field.
• At least one year of experience working in school age programs.
• At least one year of experience working in lesson planning.
• At least three years of experience teaching in your field of interest.

• Strong skills in communication, punctuality, and teamwork.