Camp Arena Stage Shakespeare and Classics Instructor

WHO WE ARE

Camp Arena Stage is dedicated to the personal and creative growth of its campers by providing excellent arts instruction in a joyful supportive community. Campers are empowered to choose their own schedule from over 50 classes in theater dance music visual arts filmmaking and writing. Camp Arena Stage brings together campers (ages 8-15) and professional artist-educators from diverse backgrounds to explore discover and create art.

WHAT WE VALUE

Community and art make the magic of Camp Arena Stage.

At camp we see recognize and appreciate each individual for who they are and the art that only they can make. We value being present joyful creative and kind.

We know art has a product but it is also a process full of mistakes and discoveries.

We support one another and make a place that is safe to take risks and to grow.

WHAT YOULL DO

The Shakespeare Instructor at Camp Arena Stage plans and teaches four daily art classes and participates fully in other aspects of camp. Seeking a candidate enthusiastic about and experienced in teaching the following classes: Shakespeare for ages 8-12 Shakespeare for ages 12-15 and two other classes. Past classes have been: Chekhov Da Greeks and CAS Shipwreck. We love to hear big ideas for classes youd be excited to teach that engage campers in all aspects of classic works. Supplies budget provided.

This role is Full-Time & Seasonal 40 hours per week for 6 weeks:

June 29 - August 8 Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. This includes one paid week of camp staff training followed by a 3-Week Session and a 2-Week Session.

Camp Arena Stage is a day camp located on the campus of Georgetown Visitation (1524 35th St. NW Washington DC). Free onsite parking is available. Children of staff members attend camp free of charge.

• Plan curriculum for and teach four classes each day to ages 8-12 and 12-15. We especially seek applicants excited about the 8-12 age group.
• Serve as a homeroom/small group leader for 8 campers OR be part of the team that runs carpool lines and the technical needs of our daily Noontime Show.
• Co-lead a one-time recreation or arts activity each day
• Participate in a full week of on-site camp staff training
• Contribute to a safe supportive collaborative arts community for campers and staff
• Attend brief faculty meetings on Thursdays from 4:15 - 4:45 p.m.
• Participate in a camp clean-up day on August 8.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with young people; teaching experience within art form preferred
• Bachelors degree or higher and/or equivalent professional experience outstanding undergraduates considered
• Ability to plan and teach hands-on age-appropriate activities that encourage creativity and skill building

The Washington Drama Society Inc. Arena Stage does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race color religion (creed) gender gender expression age national origin (ancestry) disability marital status sexual orientation or military status in any of its activities or operations.

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Offers of employment at Arena Stage are contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check and/or professional reference check as allowed by employment law in the District of Columbia.

Required Experience:

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