Theater Specialist, Peacemaker Program

2 months ago

New York, United States Harlem Children's Zone Full time

Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) is a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York that seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, mission-aligned Theater Specialist.

The Theater Specialist will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.

We are seeking a Theater Specialist to provide a structured and engaging introduction to the active use of science to our high school students. The ideal candidate will be able to expose students to theater through a designed curriculum and through a series of projects designed by students. The Theater Specialist must be able to motivate and maintain the interest of students while setting a positive example. Additionally, the Theater Specialist must take a sincere, active, and appropriate interest in the well-being and success of all students.

For more information, check out Want to Work at Harlem Children’s Zone? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know.

Minimum Requirements

  • High School Diploma required
Who You Are
  • A commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ
  • High School Diploma,college degree preferred
  • At least 2 years theater experience and 1-year teaching experience preferred
  • Experience working with youth population
  • A commitment to teaching and providing continuity on a part-time basis
  • Ability to connect and offer motivation and encourage self-esteem in youth
  • Must have strong leadership and organizational skills, excellent writing and communication skills
  • Must be able to work well within a team unit where idea ciphers are encouraged
  • Ability to effectively engage students
  • Ability to work flexible schedule, available days and evenings
What You’ll Do
  • Lead small groups of students in the acquisition of performance skills.
  • Guide students in rehearsal of appropriate theater routines.
  • Prepare age, and skill appropriate, lesson plans to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught.
  • Share a love of theater and enthusiasm that enriches the lives of the students.
  • Teach weekly program sessions.
  • Act as a role model for our students.
  • Attend weekly staff meetings and professional development training.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Schedule
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, available days and evenings
  • Monday-Friday, 2 pm-6 pm
Benefits

As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive.

Please take a look at our Part-Time benefits below.

Our exceptional Part-Time benefits include:
  • Career advancement
  • Paid sick leave
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Physical wellness discounts
  • Commuter benefits
  • Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)


The hourly rate for this position is $25-$30. To be considered, interested applicants can submit acover letter and resume to hczcareers@hcz.org No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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