Disability - Performing Art Instructor

JOB TITLE: Performing Arts Instructor / for Adults with Disabilities

DEPARTMENT: Venice

REPORTS TO: Program Manager

SUMMARY: The Theater Instructor is responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting theater classes, workshops, and rehearsals, with a focus on supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This role involves designing engaging theater activities, mentoring participants, and collaborating with staff to enhance the program’s success at Loveland Center.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Ability to work with diverse groups, bringing a passion for theater as an added strength.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in theater performance, directing, stage management, or other theatrical discipline preferred.
• Ability to mentor participants and volunteers effectively.
• Passion for inspiring creativity and artistic growth, with Florida certifications a plus.

COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of theater arts, including performance and production techniques.
• Skill in motivating and engaging participants to achieve theater goals.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and provide constructive feedback.
• Capability to ensure safety and proper use of theater materials and equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to conduct oneself in a calm and professional demeanor when interacting with the public and/or with difficult situations;
• Ability to problem solve and must be able to work independently and in team environments;
• Enthusiastic, professional, positive, motivating, inspiring, mission-driven personality;
• Effective time management skills;
• Outstanding presentation and public speaking skills;
• Detail-oriented, while remaining organized and capable of prioritizing accordingly;
• Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and integrity;

DUTIES:

• Maintain professional standards of the highest quality with regards to health, safety, program room management and public relations.
• Acquire and maintain proficient level of technological skills as applied to job requirements and industry standards.
• Be a part of the development of individualized implementation plans with input from each assigned participant, managers, and family members.
• Work within prescribed individualized implementation plans and behavior plans for each participant, monitoring progress and giving input on setting annual goals.
• Maintain an individualized record for each assigned participant through daily notes, documenting attendance, goal(s), community integration, rights and responsibilities, current level(s) of functioning, plan(s) for attaining goals, any progress/ regression, and more in accordance with Medicaid Waiver Handbook.
• Role model for and guide participants in understanding and developing good work habits and social skills.
• Support participants in activities of daily living including feeding, toileting, behavior management, socialization, communication, and more.
• Attend in-service programs and staff meeting(s) as required for effective planning and programming.
• Supervise participants during all activities including special activities, community outings, and time in the program buildings.
• Participate in additional assigned duties including transportation of participants to and from program, after hours programs, cleaning duties and more.
• Participate in trainings to ensure state mandated trainings/ annual continuing education requirements are met and First Aid, HIV and CPR certifications are kept current.
• Maintain/keep all equipment in safe and good working conditions, including keeping company vehicles that you are assigned to drive free from dents, nicks, scratches, and other hazards that can make driving company vehicles challenging.
• Keep your assigned program area clean and safe.
• Plans, organizes, and conducts theater classes, workshops, and rehearsals with participants.
• Designs lesson plans and activities to teach on stage techniques (acting techniques, improvisation, script analysis, and movement) and/or backstage techniques (Stage management, set design, costume design, scenic painting, make up).
• Utilizes state-of-the-art training methods and materials. Including computers, iPads/tablets, various applications as well as written and unwritten materials, conversations, active activities, and community integration techniques.
• Motivates and engages participants to achieve theater goals, working alongside the Show Director.
• Assists in the production of theater performances, including set design and costume coordination.
• Provides constructive feedback to enhance participants’ performance skills.
• Collaborates with staff and volunteers to ensure a cohesive and supportive program.
• Maintains accurate records of attendance, progress, and evaluations.
• Ensures safety and proper handling of theater materials and equipment.
• Fully adheres to Loveland Center's Code of Ethics and Unifying Values.
• Perform all other duties not specifically identified, as assigned by the Adult Day Training Manager, Area Director, Chief Programs Officer, Chief Operating Officer, or President/CEO.

AGENCY-WIDE REQUIREMENTS:

• Fully adhere to Loveland’s Unifying Values and Code of Ethics;
• Embrace and support the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion and ensure that they are reflected in all aspects of work;
• Promote a supportive environment by performing job duties positively and respectfully;
• Collaborate cross-functionally with peers and staff from administration and other locations to work towards achieving agency goals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that a Performing Arts Instructor would usually meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the Instructor is regularly required to talk and hear; frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands. The ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods during classes and rehearsals. Capability to lift and carry theater props and materials as needed. Physical stamina to support active participation in theater activities. The instructor is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The Instructor may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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