Competition number 11771

Contractor Performing Arts Instructor II


Job Category

Recreation

Permanent/Temporary/Non-Permanent Hourly

Non-Permanent Hourly

Apply Before

April 1, 2025

Job Schedule

Part time

Hours per week

20 to 37.5

Pay range

$26.22 - $32.80

Job Description

This contract position is seasonal starting June 9 with an expected contract end date of August 22, 2025. 



Training June 9 – June 14



Week-long Camps run: July 7-11, July 14-18, August 11-15, August 18-22, 2025 



 



The Contract Performing Arts Instructor II (film/video production) works within a team environment to develop and implement creative, age-appropriate Performing Arts camps for Strathcona County in the area of film/video production. 



 



This position reports to the Performing Arts Programmers at Festival Place. The camps occur Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. 



 



Key Responsibilities:   



  • Plan, develop, and deliver activities that incorporate filmmaking/video production into performing arts-themed activities for ages 8Y-12Y. Other arts areas may be implemented such as dance, drama, musical theatre, circus, and physical theatre skills.  Consider skill development and progression, to maximize participant learning, appreciation, and engagement
  • For children and youth, incorporate the interests of the children and support children’s emotional, artistic, and social development, creativity, and fundamental movement and fine motor skill progression
  • Prepare materials for each program/camp activity
  • Create project samples if needed as a teaching tool
  • Ensure program spaces are clean and safe, and that materials and equipment are used under County OHS guidelines 
  • Provide excellent guest service for program participants and community 
  • Collaborate and positively interact within a team environment
  • Manage forms, documents, and communications with class participants at the time of the class
  • Communicate any questions, issues, or concerns to the Recreation Programmer
  • Assist with program documentation, administration, and site preparation
  • Provide safe supervision to participants engaged in performing arts programs and ensure health and safety regulations are followed

 

Qualifications and Skills:  

  • Positive, proven leadership and team-building skills  
  • Ability to adapt to changing work environments and demands along with time-management skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision  
  • Ability to maintain high standards of respect, safety, quality, and cooperation  
  • Skill and experience in program development and instructing programs in group settings 
  • Demonstrated skill and knowledge in film/video production, using camera equipment, and using editing software  
  • Demonstrated experience working with children and youth (teaching/mentoring) 
  • Experience in the performing arts 


  • Leader in Training program would be considered an asset   

 

Conditions of Employment:  

  • Submission of Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check   
  • Current First Aid and CPR (Level C) certification  
  • Ability to lift 20lbs. and supply totes as part of the job duties and stand for extended periods  

 

Competition will be posted until the position is filled.  

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