Theater Assistant

Title:Theater Assistant

Reports to: Theater Instructor

Summary:

Join the premier children’s museum in downtown Salt Lake City in a newly created position as the Theater Assistant. As a Theater Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in delivering engaging theater programs and workshops for children of all ages.

• Assist the Theater Instructor with programs for children, including workshops, classes, activities, and performances that promote creativity, self- expression and confidence-building in young participants
• Encourage and guide children in exploring their individuality and self-expression through drama and theater activities
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where children can learn and grow as actors and performers
• Assist with theatrical performances, recitals, and showcases featuring the children, providing them with opportunities to showcase their talents

Qualifications:

· Experience working with children in an educational or theatrical setting

· Strong understanding of acting techniques and principles, as well as theater production

· Enthusiasm for teaching and engaging children in creative, hands-on activities

· Experience working with large groups of children and/or teens in a school, camp, or other setting

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to adapt to different age groups and skill levels

· High energy and flexibility

Working Conditions

• Work in a high paced and interesting environment that brings on new challenges.
• Work in a fun environment while giving back to the community.
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate needs.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
• Ability to cope with the stress of a fast-paced work environment.

Job Type: Part-Time

Salary: $14/hour

Schedule:

• Part Time
• After School
• Monday to Friday
• Potential for increased hours as program expands

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3 per week

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Grade school specialties:

• Elementary school
• Kindergarten

Shift:

• After school

Work Location: In person