TEACHING ARTIST FELLOW
ABOUT REEL WORKS
Reel Works mentors, inspires, and empowers underserved NYC youth to share their stories through filmmaking, therefore creating a springboard for successful careers in media and beyond. Using a one-on-one mentoring model, Reel Works challenges teens to tell their stories and have their voices heard. In turn, students build skills in literacy, leadership, and self-confidence to create productive futures. Reel Works serves 1,000 youth annually from middle school through college to launch careers in media.
Reel Works in-Schools serves students ages 10-24 throughout NYC. Students will learn from a combination of instruction, hands-on experiences, guest speakers and trips, and industry events throughout the school year. Through this workshop, students will express their voices and complete projects displaying clear learning objectives.
Teaching Artist Fellows (August 2024 - July 2025)
Reel Works seeks Teaching Artist Fellows for our Reel Works in-Schools and Communities program for the 2024-2025 school year. We are looking for artists who bring fresh ideas in media making and education into our program offerings.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Teaching Artist Fellow will join a community-oriented cohort of educators to collaborate with and learn from, gaining access to additional opportunities through the Reel Works network.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Plan and facilitate lesson plans and hands-on activities for participants during the workshop.
● Implement Reel Works Curriculum, resources, and standard practices into lesson planning.
● Maintain a positive and creative learning environment.
● Collaborate and communicate with Reel Works management staff and partner administrators in a professional and consistent manner.
● Report weekly to Reel Works management about classroom activities.
● Support an Assistant Teaching Artist by coaching and providing opportunities for them to be able to lead several lessons.
● Participate in mandatory professional development training from Reel Works’ Teaching Artist University and outside training partners.
QUALIFICATIONS:
● High School Diploma required
● Some college experience in Media, Arts and/or Education preferred
● Proficiency in film/media discipline required
● Multiple languages is a plus
● Education experience in teaching, mentoring, counseling, or equivalent required
● Detail-oriented with excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills
● A positive role model to students, school staff and fellow Teaching Artists
● Able to navigate Google Suite
SALARY: This is a part-time position that does not include health benefits. Teaching Artists should expect to work 15-25 hours per week. Hourly wage commensurate with experience in filmmaking, technical skills, teaching, and youth development.
Pay range: $50-85/hr
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email a resume, cover letter, 3 references and work samples to joshua.stone@reelworks.org.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: JUNE 15TH, 2024
Reel Works is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and developing an inclusive staff team. BIPOC, people with intersecting identities - LGBTQIA+, women and non-binary people, people living with disabilities and others with lived experience being part of marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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