Internships for Spring 2024

Requirements

Loves storytelling; curious, creative and spontaneous with ideas
Strong Initiative-taking/Behavior management skills
Enjoys being around children in diverse settings & excited to create new experiences for children
Willing to follow a script, with some flexibility
Creates a collaborative, inclusive atmosphere
Highly reliable and communicative

Qualifications

High school diploma/College Degree
Self-aware and highly reflective to be able to give helpful feedback from live workshops
Experienced in working with toddler/elementary-age children in academic or extracurricular settings

Responsibilities working with children:

Assist lead Artist Educator
Facilitate workshops for children ages 1-12; Keep children on task with lessons
Support and strengthen expectations and professionalism set by Lead Artist Educator
Help with the creation of materials and lessons for upcoming workshops

Responsibilities working with adults:

Build and sustain strong relationship with colleagues
High level of professionalism and candor
Weekly meetings for curriculum planning, workshop preparation, and sharing reflections from workshops (over the phone or in-person meet-up)
Learn skills in various areas of art, design, and project management

Other Considerations:

Theater experience/storytelling is not required, but having a willingness to learn is
For all applicants, please be aware that the typical commitment is one semester (14 -16 weeks). Preference will be given to those willing to work in Manhattan and Brooklyn
Willing to comply with state, local or school related CDC guidelines for working with children (i.e. fingerprinting, background check, health requirements, etc.).
Compensation: Paid and unpaid internships available based on experience (Paid starting at $20/hr with 4 -15 hours per week to start).Will consider offering mentorship, professional letters of recommendation, possible work-study arrangement for those pursuing advanced degrees.

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