Drama Instructor

Who We Are

JAMS is a Creative Youth Development Program with a vision to create positive change in our community by developing tomorrow’s problem solvers, creative thinkers, and innovative leaders. Our goal is to establish trust, cultivate creativity, and develop leadership. We offer Film, Dance, Music, Visual Arts, Robotics, Taekwondo, and Academic Enrichment. Instructors inspire Jacksonville’s talented inner-city youth and young professionals to become their wildest dreams.

Daily activities promote exploration into the world of creative thinking.

Our Mission

"To empower the creative leaders of tomorrow."

Our Vision

Jacksonville Arts & Music School is a Creative Youth Development Program with a vision to create positive change in our community by developing tomorrow's problem-solvers, creative thinkers, and innovative leaders.

Our Philosophy

Build it, and they will come. Build it right, and they will stay. Perception precedes reality, and they will treat it as they see it.

Job Summary

We are seeking a drama instructor to teach students grades 6th-12th. The drama Instructor will foster an appreciation of Theatre, and provide a joyful and supportive learning environment for dramatic development. We seek to provide meaningful drama development for our students. Candidates should be energetic, collaborative and progressive-minded.

What You Will Do

As a drama instructor, you will be a passionate and outgoing individual who will positively impact the community by creating a welcoming environment for our students and families. You will motivate and inspire students to learn by creating an engaging, positive, and productive learning environment while establishing a high level of confidence and program value.

Responsibilities

• Manage and educate students in an individual and group setting
• Establish and reinforce performance/technique goals and milestones with students
• Document and communicate progress
• Provide constructive feedback for students
• Create, submit and abide by the program curriculum
• Use a variety of techniques and materials (songs, stories, media, structured games, art, outdoor activities etc.) to instruct and motivate students
• Use appropriate classroom management techniques and adhere to Live School initiatives
• Follow and comply with teaching standards and safety regulations
• Participate in other duties, sometimes outside contracted hours

Qualifications

• Previous theatre teaching experience
• Thorough understanding of the curricular elements of dramatic studies, and knowledge of drama curriculum.
• Must be able to complete required DCF training
• Must be able to pass a Level II Background Screening
• Patience and flexibility
• Ability to build rapport with students and parents
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Use effective classroom management techniques to maintain an organized learning environment
• Experience working with children preferred
• Professional work ethic and a desire to grow

Job Types: Contractual