Theatre Summer Camp Teaching Assitant

**Summer Camp Theatre Teaching Assistants**

Limelight Performing Arts is seeking Summer or Day Camp Teachers and Instructors to support our Directors in our theatre based summer camps at local schools/parks in the Westshore area of Victoria, BC. If you love working with school aged children 5-12 years of age, have child care education and/or performing arts experience (theatre, music, and/or dance) then we want to hear from you

We are seeking dynamic individuals capable of providing engaging and enthusiastic leadership while implementing warm ups, acting games, introductory acting, group singing, and ensemble dance routines through to rehearsals for each week ending performance.

**Responsibilities**:

- Implement icebreaker warm ups and acting games daily to impart valuable theatre skills while boosting confidence, unleashing students’ imaginations, enhancing focus, and aiding in developing as a cohesive ensemble
- Learn choreography and assist students to learn the steps of simple ensemble dance routines suitable to students’ skill levels and interest
- Provide clear instruction, constructive feedback, and positive encouragement to see students improve their skills.
- Work in close collaboration with the Theatre Director to craft an enticing camp experience daily.
- Oversee campers throughout rehearsals, breaks, and transitions, ensuring their safety, well-being, and active participation.
- Foster creativity, self expression, and teamwork among students.

Qualifications:

- Experience in drama, dance or music, an/or child care experience is an asset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to talk and engage with young students.
- Enthusiasm, patience, and a genuine love for young people and the performing arts.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- First Aid (or willing to obtain) & Criminal Record Check.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-07-02