Musical Story Educator
Scavenger Stories Learning
About Our Organization
Based in New York City, Scavenger Stories Learning puts on interactive, educational, and engaging storytelling experiences for kids ages 2-12 at schools, libraries, and parks
Job Position Summary
Requirements
- Loves storytelling and performing.
- Strong initiative-taking/behavior management skills.
- Enjoys being around children in diverse settings; excited to create new experiences for children.
- Follows a script, yet can be creative and spontaneous with ideas and improvisation.
- Creates a collaborative, inclusive atmosphere.
Qualifications
- College Degree preferred
- Self-aware and highly reflective to be able to give helpful feedback from live workshops
- 1 1⁄2 -2 years of experience working with toddler/elementary age children in academic/extra-curricular settings
Roles & Responsibilities
Responsibilities working with children:
- Assist lead Story Educator.
- Facilitate workshops for children ages 1-12; Keep children on task with lessons.
- Support and strengthen expectations and professionalism set by Lead Story Educator.
- Help with the creation of materials and lessons for upcoming workshops.
Responsibilities working with adults:
- Build and sustain strong relationships with colleagues.
- High level of professionalism, reliability, communication skills, and candor.
- Weekly meet-ups for curriculum planning, workshop preparation, and sharing reflections from workshops (over the phone or in-person meet-up).
Other Considerations:
Theater experience and musical instrument skills are major pluses!
How to Apply
Please fill out job application form on our website at the page: https://www.scavengerstory.com/careers
For all applicants, please be aware that the typical commitment is one season (12-14 weeks). Preference will be given to those willing to work in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Willing to comply with state, local or school related CDC guidelines for working with children (i.e. fingerprinting, background check, health requirements, etc.).