Theater/Dance Counselor
General Overview
The Camp Tapawingo Theater program offers dance, acting, directing, technical theater, improv, and stagecraft.
Minimum Qualifications
● Completed one year of college or equivalent or at least 19 years of age
● Training and/or experience in children’s theatre or dance
● Ability to teach acting or dance and direct or choreograph pieces of productions
● Knowledge of dance or the technical aspect of theatre: lighting, costumes, props, make-up and scenery
● Knowledge of equipment use for the subject of expertise
● Desire and ability to work with children
● Good character, integrity, and ability to adapt to a camp setting
● Ability to work with others and accept supervision
● Ability to maintain self-control, be flexible, and display a sense of humor and enthusiasm
Responsible To
● Theater Department Head
General Responsibilities*
● Plan and teach skill based lessons to campers of all ages within the theater program
● Allow campers to develop an appreciation and skill in various theater mediums
● With the assistance of the Department Head, develop and execute a bunk show for the designated age groups
Pre-Camp Responsibilities*
● With the Theater Department Head, set up the theater program area
● Keep the theater program area tidy and organized
● Prepare lesson plans and curriculum in order to scaffold theater lessons
Season Responsibilities*
● Teach or assist to direct four (bunk counselor) or five (non bunk-counselor) theater or dance lessons every day
● Differentiate lessons to ensure they are appropriate for the skill level activities of various campers
● Oversee proper use of equipment and report needed repairs or replacement needs to your Department Head
● Keep records on children’s participation and attendance
End of Season Responsibilities*
● Work with your team of theater counselors to complete reports on each campers progress and accomplishments
● Assist your Department Head in updating the departmental report with information on the season (program set up, training, daily scheduling, programming, inventory, recommendations, and equipment needs)
● Work with your team to take down the theater area and pack/store all materials and equipment
Essential Functions
● Ability to enforce appropriate safety and program procedures
● Ability to use appropriate behavior management techniques when necessary
● Ability to plan and conduct activities to achieve program goals for campers and counselors
● Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring emergency procedures
● Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activities
● Physical ability to lift and move equipment and supplies to maintain operation of the program
Pay & Benefits
● Salary varies based on experience
● Room and board provided
● Uniform, linens, towels and laundry provided
● Partial travel reimbursement provided
● Access to full camp facilities for personal enjoyment provided
*These are not the only duties to be performed. Some duties may be reassigned and other duties may be assigned as required.