Position Description: PST seeks 4-5 qualified individuals who have interest in theatre education and experience in youth work to join our team as Classroom Assistants (CAs). This position pays $15/hr, is open to anyone 16+, and is ideal for some high school, college students & early-career professionals. Preference will be given to candidates who successfully complete the application process and are passionate about Performing Arts, Education, Youth Work, and related fields. There are also opportunities to support our team with administrative tasks. This position is in-person, temporary, seasonal, and not eligible for benefits.

Position Summary: Be part of an organization that provides hands-on experience in theatre education. Assist Teaching Artists with activity facilitation, classroom management, student engagement & supervision, and more. Receive training, support, and mentorship throughout the summer. Walk away from this program with a greater understanding of youth work, theatre education, and teaching artistry.

This position is ideal for: those who are looking to gain experience in arts-centric youth work by collaborating with young people, teaching artists, classroom assistants, and arts administrators. To be successful in this role, you must enjoy navigating a fast-paced work environment where you remain active & social throughout the day, successfully accomplish a variety of daily tasks, frequently problem-solve, and continuously support young people who are in kindergarten- high school.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work all sessions for which you are scheduled for the full length of the programming time.

• Model power-sharing and develop supportive relationships with students, teachers, classroom assistants, administrators, and caregivers.

• Actively create & maintain safe, inclusive, and creative learning environments where all students feel a sense of agency & belonging.

• Support Teaching Artists with activity preparation, facilitation, and management.

• Lead morning check-in, class transitions, lunch & recess supervision, and afternoon check-out, adhering to PST’s safety best practices.

• Assist in navigating classroom needs including behavior concerns, illness, injury, emergency, or teacher requests.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Verifiable experience working with young people in group sizes of 10-20 students.

• Demonstrated ability to work in collaboration with others.

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and show leadership.

• A strong understanding of student safety, privacy, & wellbeing best practices.

• Ability to memorize and track information including dates, times, locations, student information, and class information.

• Ability to exert a high-level of energy, sit, stand, bend, twist, lift, walk, and run for 8 hours each day.

• Customer service oriented.

• Strong verbal communication skills.

• Reliable transportation to and from Park Square Theatre

• A working phone and email which is checked regularly.

• A good sense of humor with the ability to take things in stride and be flexible.

Anticipated Work Dates:

Fall Session: 10/5-11/16

Winter Session: 1/11- 2/25

Spring Session: 4/12-5/17

Location of Shifts/Training: Park Square Theatre, 20 W 7th Pl, St Paul, MN 55102

Shift Days and Hours: Saturdays, 8:30am-4:00pm

Wage: $15/hr

Application Deadline: Open until filled

How to apply: Email your Work Resume, and two professional references, (Cover Letter Optional) to Rachel McCarthy at mccarthy@parksquare.org.