Theater Instructor

                                      
REPORTS TO: Recreation Supervisor
DIVISION: Recreation Services
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
                                
 
SUMMARY
A theater instructor, under the direction of the Cultural Arts Director and the Recreation Supervisor, is responsible for planning, organization, and implementation of all assigned theater classes, dress rehearsals, and performances.
 
QUALIFICATIONS

• A theater instructor must have theater training and experience with children ages 5-14. Teaching experience is helpful, but not required


• A theater instructor must possess enthusiasm, creativity, and the ability to communicate with people of all ages


• A theater instructor should be flexible and willing to try new ideas and classes


• This individual must be organized and punctual


• Demonstrate behavioral flexibility, good public relations and tactfulness.  Patience is also a character trait that is important when working with the public


• Ability to cooperate with and interpret Park District philosophies in relation to governmental, public and private groups and agencies and the general public


• Ability to work harmoniously with fellow employees, patrons, community groups and other units of local government


• Ability to work independently day-to-day operations with general direction from immediate supervisor


• Ability to demonstrate leadership qualities to perform required work


• Ability to maintain self-control and composure in difficult situations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan and carry out each assigned class to the best of their ability.


• Know and enforce all safety precautions in the of Park District facilities.


• Maintain cleanliness and organization of Park District facilities.


• Assist in planning and preparing for 3 yearly theatrical performances


• Call participants to cancel classes in case of an emergency.


• Maintain and develop quality dance programs for the Crystal Lake Park District.


• Plan and carry out each assigned theater program to the best of their ability.


• Develop ideas and create programs to expand the offerings of the Park District.


• Work with the Recreation Supervisor to schedule programs and make-up classes for each seasonal brochure.


• Communicate effectively with participants, guardians, supervisors, and the general public.


• Report any safety or health hazards immediately to the Recreation Supervisor or the Human Resources Manager.


• Encourage participants/guardians to complete a Program Evaluation to ensure quality programs and instructors at the Park District.


• Act as positive role model for participants both in and out of class.


• Submit all attendance sheets and Program Evaluations to the Recreation Supervisor as class sessions end.


• Attend any training sessions offered to develop relevant knowledge and skills.


• Promote Park District programs to patrons, members, guests and staff.


• Performs the job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, work and safety rules, and the employee policy manual.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains a clean and organized work environment


• Respond to citizen’s complaints and suggestions


• Performs other duties as assigned

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Must be able to perform manual labor with varying degrees of physical exertion


• May frequently be required to walk, sit, talk and hear


• May frequently be required to use hand and/or fingers, handle feel and reach with hands and arms


• May frequently be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl


• May be in awkward or difficult positions resulting in physical fatigue


• Must have specific vision abilities required for this job: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Worker must be able to work:

• Calmly in life and/or death situations


• Effectively under stress of deadlines and complaints


• Independently


• Under supervision and direction of supervisor(s)


• Cooperatively with fellow staff, participants, general public, vendors, contractors, community groups, and media in a proper manner

PHYSIOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Prolonged stress and pressures of the position could affect some individual’s blood pressure
 
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
Occasionally exposed to elevated noise levels from participants, sound equipment, maintenance equipment and/or power tools. May be exposed to dust, pollens, molds, insects etc. may be present.
 
COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS
Worker must be able to:

• Communicate with youth and adults of all ages


• Use basic math, reading and writing skills


• Follow step-by-step procedures and obtain end results


• Exhibit good problem-solving abilities


• Project a positive image and neat appearance to participants of the park district


• Use good safety awareness and judgment


• Follow direction from supervisor with safe and effective follow through