Instructor- Broadway Bound Summer Drama Program (Seasonal) (Pool)

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Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) is a highly regarded educational institution located in Gardner, Massachusetts and accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Established in 1963, MWCC serves the educational needs of the communities of North Central Massachusetts with innovative undergraduate education, early college programs, workforce development, personal enrichment, and community service. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, MWCC provides a supportive environment for individuals to pursue their educational goals, enhance professional skills, and seek personal growth. As a beacon of opportunity, Mount Wachusett Community College empowers individuals from all walks of life, fostering their development and transformation.

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Job Description:

General Statement of Duties:

Theatre at the Mount is currently seeking qualified instructors/directors for our Broadway Bound summer program. The successful candidates will be responsible for directing, music directing, and choreographing a "theatre for young audiences" production, using a conservatory approach to teaching acting, music, and dance. The instructors will be responsible for implementing the curriculum and learning experiences in acting, music, and dance for students in grade two through high school. Under the Senior Director, instructors will oversee all production and technical elements, including lighting, set design, props and sound, ensuring the highest production values. Instructors/directors will provide students with a safe environment to nurture age-appropriate social and emotional skills in a summer program setting and will also mentor and oversee volunteer teen counselors in the program.

Responsibilities:

• Organize, develop, and lead classes in acting, music, and dance;

• Direct, music direct, and/or choreograph a "Theatre for Young Audiences" show;

• Oversee all production and technical elements including lighting, sets, props, and sound;

• Complete other assigned operational tasks before and after the class as directed;

• Provide fun and educational experiences indoors and/or outdoors for all students;

• Identify and respond to student's needs, concerns, and behavioral issues;

• Communicate with parents regarding the student's experiences and daily activities;

• Report a student's concerns to the Senior Director;

• Oversee and mentor teen volunteer counselors.

• Know, understand, and enforce all policies and emergency procedures associated with the Broadway Bound program and MWCC.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age;

• Prior experience in summer theatre programs for youth and teens or;

• An equivalent combination of education and experience in teaching theatre, music, and dance;

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Be available during scheduled programming hours.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree;

• College course work in theatre, music, dance;

• Certifications in CPR (child and adult levels) and basic first aid- current.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to lead and implement Broadway Bound curriculum and activities;

• Ability to maintain an upbeat and positive attitude with students, co-workers, and the college community;

• Ability to work as a member of team; and the

• Ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.

Equivalency Statement

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Salary: $25.00-$40.00 per hour based on position

Employee Status: Part Time Seasonal

Benefits: No

Number of Weeks: Program runs 7/8/24-7/18/24 with possibility of prep work prior to start of program.

Mount Wachusett Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Application Instructions:

Candidates for employment should be aware that although the COVID 19 Vaccination Requirement Policy is no longer in effect, all Community College students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to be up to date with vaccination against COVID-19. For additional information related to the status of the COVID19 Vaccination Requirement Policy, please visit: https://mwcc.edu/covid/

The following documents are required:

1.Resume

2.Cover Letter

Anticipated Effective Date: July 2024

Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Candidates may be subject to employment screening to include both a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) request and a Sexual Offender Registry Information (SORI).