Organization summary:
The Advot Project prepares youth for success by teaching communication and relationship skills through the arts.
Since 2011, the Advot Project has worked with underserved communities, re-entry programs, formerly incarcerated youth, gang members, and public and private schools.
The Advot Project places a strong and intentional emphasis on serving those frequently left out of arts experiences.
The Advot Project breaks down common barriers that limit participants’ access to such important opportunities, by bringing programming directly to youth facilities, working closely with administrators, and intentionally creating safe spaces.
Through our work, participants improve their communication skills and reevaluate relationships and behaviors.
This is not theater solely for the purpose of self-expression.
We push our participants to listen, act, and change.
Job summary:
The Visionary Trainer is a facilitator for the Advot Project in the schools, probation halls, and community sites in which we work.
The trainer plays a critical role in the success of the program and takes on a variety of roles within the program including facilitator, actor, mentor, and teacher.
Trainers should hold demonstrated experience in theater arts and be passionate about arts education and youth development.
Trainers must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, exceedingly professional, punctual, and positive.
Duties and responsibilities:
Implement Advot curriculum in diverse communities
Highly skilled in acting, improvisation, storytelling, teaching, and/or arts education
Experience with guiding students to culminating presentations
Provide a safe learning environment for all participants and artists
Participate in planning/professional development meetings with other trainers and/or CEO/Founder
Document workshop agenda and learnings after each session with youth
Report to CEO/Founder at a schedule agreed upon by all parties
Submit required documents in a timely manner in accordance with agreed upon deadlines
Be a positive role model to students, school staff, and fellow trainers
Perform other duties as assigned
Desirable skills and qualifications:
At least 5 years of working experience in a similar role
Work well with people in various and diverse communities
Cultural competency to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Ability to foster open communication within and among diverse groups
Extremely self-sufficient, ability to work independently and flexibility
Detail-oriented with excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Bilingual in Spanish a HUGE PLUS
BA/BS in relevant field preferred
Physical requirements and work environment:
Must have reliable transportation.
Must be flexible working in a fast-paced, non-profit environment.
This position works primarily at program sites.
Must be willing to use personal equipment, such as cell phone and laptop/tablet when working remotely.
Must be willing to undergo clearances/background checks for schools and other sites.
Salary and schedule:
$25-40 hourly for administrative work, training, and professional development hours, commensurate with education and experience.
$40-60 for facilitation hours.
Position will likely shadow lead facilitators in the beginning of tenure.
Position is expected to work 6-8 hours weekly.
Candidate must be open to working a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
Position has potential to work through the summer.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $40.00
– $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Covid vaccination is required to work at all of our partner sites.
Masks are mandated at each site as well.
In certain sites, weekly Covid tests are also required.
Application Question(s):
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Education:
Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Experience:
teaching / arts education: 5 years (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver’s License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple Locations