PATP - Youth Engagement Apprentice
Department/Team: PATP
FLSA Classification: Part-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Benefits: Paid Personal Days, Free ORCA Card
Pay Range: $18.69/hour
Application Deadline: Monday, March 6th, 2023
You can apply from your phone by texting "PATPYE" to (206) 966-4931
ABOUT US
Seattle Rep is committed to producing the highest quality programming, and we believe that our ability to contribute to excellence in the arts depends on building a community whose members come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences.
We are part of a growing movement in theater to ensure inclusion of those who have been excluded historically; focusing particularly on racial and ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, and women, ensuring they are at the decision-making table and reflected in our community.
Mission
Seattle Rep collaborates with extraordinary artists to create productions and programs that reflect and elevate the diverse cultures, perspectives, and life experiences of our region.
Vision
Theater at the heart of public life
Values
Artistic Vitality, Sustainability, Generous and Inclusive Practices
OVERVIEW
The Youth Engagement Apprentice is directly involved in the facilitation of the Next Narrative Monologue Competition, Youth Engagement classes and workshops the Student Matinee Program, and Teen Nights. Tasks include: communicating with schools to encourage participation in our Student Matinee performances; writing articles for our show-specific Play Guides and connecting the Guides with Common Core academic standards; designing curriculum; assisting and leading in-classroom and afterschool workshops; scheduling teaching artists; writing contracts; attending inter-departmental meetings; and other administrative tasks. This apprenticeship offers a well-rounded experience in both the administrative and direct-contact areas of theater education. The supervisor for this apprenticeship is Deanna Martinez, Associate Director of Arts Engagement - Youth & Community.
PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
At the end of this apprenticeship, participants will have a deep understanding of:
- Lesson planning and assessment
- Best classroom management techniques when working with large groups
- Incorporating state standards for theater education in their practice
- Generating content that links a production to current events and academic standards in our Play Guides
- Logistics associated with running theater programs
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Be fully comfortable around middle-school and high-school students
- Experience working with students
- Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, and Outlook) with the ability and enthusiasm to learn
- Excellent written and communication skills
- A strong sense of social justice and racial equity analysis, as well as strong cultural competency when working with a variety of diverse communities
- Commitment to racial equity and social justice practices, and a desire to contribute to a more equitable and inclusive work environment
TO BE CONSIDERED
- Review the minimum requirements for the opportunity.
- Complete all areas of the online application.
- Attach a resume and letter of interest (cover letter).
- Submit 2-3 references including their name, title, email, and contact phone number.
Please note: This position is part time (20 hours per week) for up to 39 weeks, starting in the Fall.
Applications will be reviewed once the position has closed.
Seattle Rep has a mandatory COVID vaccination policy for all employees, with accommodations for medical and religious exemptions only.