ChiArts Summer Camp 6-8 Creative Writing Instructor Job at The Ch...
The Chicago High School for the Arts - Chicago, IL, United States, 60290
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ChiArts Summer Camp 6-8 Creative Writing Instructor
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Program Description:
Students in grades 6-8 will have the special opportunity to experience what it’s like to be a young artist at ChiArts. For five hours a day, students will be immersed in professional training in their chosen conservatory and present a final showcase/gallery reception and performances on Friday, July 25th.
Creative Writing Schedule
July 7th – 25th, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm
Compensation:
Commensurate with experience. Instructor compensated for 5.0 hours/day.
Job Summary
The Creative Writing Instructor will design and deliver a curriculum incorporating story writing, poetry, and other literary concepts for daily classes to students in grades 6-8. The instructor will organize engaging afternoon activities related to creative writing and prepare students for a culminating showcase on July 25th. Additionally, instructors will serve as role models and mentors for ChiArts student apprentices interested in gaining teaching and arts sharing experience. Students will finish camp with pieces suitable for the ChiArts audition process.
Qualifications
- Must be able to commit to the entire 3-week camp, July 7th-25th, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm, including an info session (date TBD).
- Experience in middle school curriculum development and working with middle school students is preferred.
- Required to submit a curriculum map before camp.
- Required to submit requested materials before camp.
- Must be enthusiastic, energetic, and possess outstanding communication skills.
- Strong organization, leadership, and dedication to working with children are essential.
- Commitment to sharing and learning through the arts and the ChiArts mission.
- Excellent classroom management skills.
Additional Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Other
- Job function: Arts Education
- Industries: Performing Arts