Cal Performances is seeking a Creative Communications Instructor to work for AileyCamp from June 13, 2022 to July 29, 2022.

Cal Performances presents and produces outstanding artists from the Bay Area, the United States, and around the world in performances and community programs which promote excellence, innovation, diversity, education, and community involvement, with the fundamental belief that the arts are vital to our society locally, nationally, and internationally. Berkeley/Oakland AileyCamp at Cal Performances is a program of the Education Department under the general supervision of the Manager, Education and Community Programs. Cal Performances supports AileyCamp with an array of professional performing arts services, including but not limited to marketing, public relations, facilities including Zellerbach Auditorium, and a full professional technical staff.

AileyCamp is a nationally proven arts education program that uses dance as a vehicle for developing self-esteem, creative expression, and critical thinking skills among 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students (aged 11-14) from underserved communities. AileyCamp also provides exceptional dance training to middle school students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. The project was inspired by the work of the late Alvin Ailey, internationally renowned dance artist, choreographer, and founder of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre. Please visit http://calperformances.org/community/aileycamp/ to learn more about AileyCamp and Cal Performances

The Creative Communications Instructor of AileyCamp will introduce and explore components of creative expression with the AileyCampers through creative writing and story telling, theater, and / or visual arts, depending upon the training and expertise of the Instructor. They will also collaborate with the Personal Development Instructor to co-teach each of 4 camp groups, combining youth development, personal growth skills, and creative expression for middle school aged students.

Responsibilities

● Five day work week – Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., all weeks except the week of staff training which may include a Saturday or Sunday.
● Teach four classes per day, four days per week or as determined by the Director.
● Participate and oversee campers as directed on weekly field trips.
● Participate in the general oversight of the campers, including meal times, and camper free periods.
● Participate in individual and AileyCamp staff meetings.
● Develop curriculum and plan lessons (individually and collaboratively with other instructors) that will help AileyCampers develop positive methods of expression, self-image and self-esteem.
● Provide schedule of proposed class content to AileyCamp directors.
● Coordinate with Group Leaders, Group Leader Mentor, and other staff to assess campers’ individual needs.
● Produce camper progress evaluations, documentation for AileyCamp Anthology, and other materials celebrating the campers’ experience.
● Prepare a camper presentation or art installation for final performance.
● Coordinate creation of the AileyCamp Anthology that includes a selection of campers’ writings, visual art work, and photographs.

Required Qualifications
● Requires teaching experience in creative writing and/or poetry/spoken word, and one or more arts genres including visual arts, music, or theater, preferably in a Youth Development and/or Youth Voice context.
● Must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher, or equivalent experience, in these art forms or related field, and be able to demonstrate reasonable proficiency in the others.
● Significant experience working with urban children and families representing the diversity of Bay Area life.
● Ability and experience in developing curriculum to meet specific learning and creative goals, and to co-create curriculum with experienced teachers.
● Excellent leadership skills including an ability to command respect and motivate achievement while working effectively with young people.
● Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
● Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate well to a diverse population, and work as part of a team.
● Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines in a self directed, prioritized and calm manner.
● Flexibility to meet changing needs and priorities as they occur.
● Excellent organizational and time management skills.
● Must be able to successfully pass background check.
● Must comply with UC Berkeley’s Covid-19 policies for employees.

Preferred Qualifications
● Experience as a professional writer.
● Bi-lingual in Spanish and English.

Other Information:
This is a temporary position with a start date of June 13, 2022 and an end date of July 29, 2022. Pay is $5,600 total for period of June 13, 2022 – July 29, 2022.

The individual will be performing the required duties in person on campus. Completion of campus-required COVID-19 training and testing (as applicable) for individuals working on campus is required.

To Apply:
For a complete job description and to apply, please visit http://jobs.berkeley.edu/ (search by the Job ID #35129) or go to https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=35129&PostingSeq=1 for more information and to apply.