After School Drama Kids Teacher

Life’s Too Short to Not Work Someplace AWESOME! Join a Program that Changes Lives! Drama Kids is looking for PART-TIME, caring, fun, and motivated people who are passionate about developing children to join our growing team. Our teachers believe in what they do and that they can affect positive change every day. Their energy and enthusiasm encourage kids to become the best communicators they can be! Our goal is to develop kids and enable them to strive and thrive as the 21st century unfolds. Drama Kids is a Creative Drama & Literacy Enrichment Program where kids “Act Up” with a purpose! We work with our students’ imagination and creativity to develop literacy skills, public speaking, leadership/teamwork and acting abilities, while building their confidence, essential life skills learned in a fun and professional atmosphere. As a member of our great team you will: * Work 2-8 hours per week in the afternoon or early evening * Follow provided world-renowned lesson plans on speech, movement & acting * Provide classroom support including behavior management, redirection, encouragement, and reinforcement of class rules. * Help with props, materials, and setup. * Create an exciting, fun, and encouraging environment that supports confidence, creativity, and positive behavior. * Support transitions between activities. * Encourage student participation, creativity, and confidence. * Participate in team meetings as scheduled. * Build relationships with parents and students. * Foster relationships with local schools. * Support camps when assigned. * Have opportunity to direct plays * Deliver presentations * Attend training and staff meetings * Have potential to do additional administrative and marketing work/projects for our location Qualifications: * Have a heart for kids! * Are looking for a VERY PART-TIME and FUN opportunity * Have excellent communication and organizational skills * Have HIGH ENERGY and flexibility * Have afternoons or early evenings available * Have reliable transportation * Are willing to commute to various schools and locations in Stafford and surrounding areas. * Are willing and able to commit for one school year * Theater and teaching experience a plus, but not required Benefits: * We care about you! * Where else can you get paid to jump up and down, make funny faces, pretend to be a caterpillar or an alien, etc.? * You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children – helping them develop communication, creativity, collaboration, and other skills that will help them succeed in life. * You get to be part of a super fun team with a great boss! * Flexible schedule. * Pride – you will be a part of the largest drama-related organization in the world! * Training provided. * You will enjoy the pride of being able to witness the fruits of your labor as you see * ALL students perform in front of family and friends. Great Compensation: Hourly Pay: Class Instruction/Support Starting: $20 (Range $20 - $28) Camps Starting: $18 (Range $18 - $22) Admin Starting: $18 (Range $18 - $22) Meetings/Events $15 Drama Kids of Stafford & Spotsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds. All hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.