Academic​/Instructor Camps Teaching Artists Barn Playhouse , NH

New London Barn Playhouse
New London, NH
US

JOB DATES: 6/18/26–8/15/26

Using the framework of themed weeks, NLBP Summer Camps are a fun and educational opportunity for young people ages 6-11. Camps are designed to be an introduction to various theatrical talents including acting, musical theater, technical theater, play writing, improvisation, dance, puppetry, and more. A single camp takes place Monday-Friday from 9am–4pm, with a showcase for friends and family at the end of the week.

This year, there will be 8 weeks of summer camps. Teaching Artists for NLBP Summer Camps should have at least 1 year of experience in theater education with a passion for working with young artists.

• Plan and execute an engaging and educational week-long curriculum according to the camp title and theme (with guidance and resources provided by the Camps Director)
• Lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, singing, dancing, warm-ups and introducing techniques through relevant acting and musical theatre exercises
• Communicate frequently with the Camps Director before camp start date to prepare, approve, and finalize curriculum
• Communicate with co-teacher to collaborate and distribute duties
• Communicate with Camp Leadership to ensure that all materials needed for camp will be provided
• Teach/facilitate your camp according to your prepared and approved curriculum, working toward a 15-minute showcase at the end of the week
• Provide a fun environment for all campers while ensuring the safety and welfare of participants at all times
• Identify and respond to campers’ classroom conduct
• Communicate with parents about participant’s experiences and report concerns to Camp Leadership
• Classroom set-up and clean-up
• Manage attendance and emergency contact information for campers
• Assist with walking the campers from the camp location to the Barn or Barn-related events nearby
• Provide basic first aid if needed

• 1 year of experience in education and/or youth theater or equivalent
• Must pass a state of New Hampshire background check
• Comfort with creating lesson plans and documenting curriculum
• Ability to motivate, facilitate and direct youth ages 6-11 and create a classroom culture of respect and participation
• Desire to learn and grow in teaching practice
• Ability to work in a rigorous, fast-paced environment
• Work in a team environment with ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A sense of humor and fun

• $3,000 for the season based on experience (paid in weekly installments)
• Housing and meals provided (please read our food policy above)

Please email a resume and letter of interest to Camps Director, Meg Mechelke at camps

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