About the Role
The primary purpose of the Teaching Artist is to provide direction and leadership and serve as a teacher with K-12 students for Genesis' Afterschool Theatre program. The Teaching Artist provides evaluations and curriculum for assessments and social-emotional learning. Communicates with Education Coordinator in joining in all meetings of partners and communication with school leadership.
Requirements
1. Bachelor’s degree required in Theatre or related field
2. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in theatre and/or education administration
3. Experience teaching K-12 students in an underserved neighborhood preferred
4. Strong presentation skills in a public setting
5. Ability and passion to work inclusively with all ages and diverse populations
6. Commitment to anti-racism and a diverse, inclusive workplace
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
8. Comfortable with reasonable risk and an entrepreneurial approach to business
9. Collaborate with diverse populations and across disciplines
10. Must be a leader and strategic-minded person who can support the theatre’s vision
11. Willing to participate in trauma informed training and social-emotional learning
12. Self-starter, highly motivated with a high productivity level
13. Possesses a high degree of personal accountability, responsibility and strong decision-making abilities
About the Company
Genesis Experience Theatre is a 501(c)3 nonprofit in Akron, Ohio. Genesis specializes in three areas- faith, theatre and mental wellness to cultivate diverse audiences & performers through faith-centered theatre experiences.