Performing Arts Coordinator

As a Performing Arts Coordinator at Discovery Ranch for Boys, you will craft and deliver engaging drama and performance lessons to a varied student body facing numerous challenges. Your responsibilities will include not only traditional teaching elements but also using the performing arts as a therapeutic tool to help students express emotions, build self-esteem, and work collaboratively with peers.

To qualify for the Performing Arts Coordinator role at Discovery Ranch for Boys, candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, along with at least 2 years of professional teaching or theatre experience. Additionally, candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver's license. Certifications in First Aid and CPR, as well as ICC certification, are preferred, though they can be provided upon hiring.

The Performing Arts Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting student development at Discovery Ranch for Boys. Through drama and performance, students can channel their emotions, build confidence, and gain important life skills. Engaging in the arts not only aids their healing process but also fosters an environment of teamwork, appreciation for beauty, and personal growth.

The work schedule for the Performing Arts Coordinator at Discovery Ranch for Boys is part-time, starting with about 10 hours a week initially. The role has the potential to expand to 25 hours per week after an initial period of development. Flexibility in scheduling is also a key feature, allowing for adaptability to your personal needs.

Experience in theatre is vital for the Performing Arts Coordinator at Discovery Ranch for Boys because it equips you with the skills necessary to engage students effectively while providing a creative and therapeutic outlet. Your background in theatre will enhance your ability to connect with students, facilitate teamwork, and foster a positive learning environment that encourages personal expression.

When answering this question, share personal experiences that ignited your passion for the performing arts and teaching. Highlight any transformative moments while working with youth and how these experiences shaped your desire to create a safe environment for self-expression.

Discuss strategies you’ve used in the past that focus on building strong relationships and trust with students. Emphasize a trauma-informed approach and your experience integrating arts into therapeutic settings, showcasing your commitment to helping students flourish.

Describe a specific lesson plan, the goals you set, and the outcomes achieved. Mention how you adapted the lesson to meet the diverse needs of your students, focusing on fostering engagement and achieving personal growth through performing arts.

Share your understanding of how performing arts facilitate healing and personal development. Discuss the benefits of creative expression, team building, and emotional exploration, emphasizing how these elements contribute to students' overall well-being.

Illustrate your teamwork philosophy by discussing how you communicate and collaborate with other educators and staff. Highlight past experiences where you successfully worked as a part of a team to design interdisciplinary approaches that support student healing and learning.

Talk about specific techniques that resonate with you, such as improvisation, storytelling, or group games. Share how you customize these techniques to fit the needs of your students and their emotional states, ensuring an inclusive and conducive learning environment.

Reflect on a specific challenge, such as engaging a disengaged student or managing a large class. Discuss the strategies you used to address the situation and the lessons learned from that experience—demonstrating your resilience and adaptability as an educator.

Explain the importance of student feedback in refining your teaching methods. Provide examples of how you’ve solicited feedback in previous roles and adjusted your curriculum or approach based on their input, thereby promoting an open dialogue and fostering a sense of empowerment in students.

Discuss creativity as a vital skill for emotional and personal development. Emphasize how engaging in creative arts enables students to articulate feelings, build resilience, and helps provide therapeutic avenues for coping with life's challenges.

Share your goals for the role, such as fostering an inclusive environment, building students' self-confidence, and contributing to their healing process through arts. Speak to your desire to inspire growth and bond among students while enhancing their appreciation for the performing arts.