Improv Instructor

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Role:

• Spontaneous Superstar: Lead high-energy, laughter-filled improv sessions where students dive into the world of spontaneous acting! Guide them through fun and exciting games and exercises that challenge their creativity and quick thinking.

• Improv Explorer: Help students discover the core principles of improv-thinking on their feet, embracing mistakes, and saying "yes, and..." to every wild idea. Watch them shine as they create hilarious scenes and characters!

• Creative Collaborator: Foster a supportive and collaborative classroom environment where students feel encouraged to support their fellow actors. Improv is all about teamwork, and you’ll help them build confidence in themselves and their peers.

• Master of Fun: Guide students through improv games like "Freeze," "Props," and "Scenes from a Hat," keeping the energy high and the laughs rolling. Help them explore new ways to think and perform creatively in a low-pressure, fun setting.

• Confidence Builder: Help students push beyond their comfort zones and embrace their unique styles. As they practice saying "yes" to every idea, they’ll grow their confidence in acting and public speaking.

• Showcase Star: Help students prepare for a final showcase where they can shine and show off the amazing scenes they’ve created. Whether it’s a group performance or individual solos, you’ll be there every step of the way.

• Positive Vibes Only: Keep the atmosphere light, positive, and playful. Improv can be challenging, but your encouraging feedback and infectious energy will help students feel supported as they experiment and grow.

• Parent Partner: Keep parents or guardians in the loop about class activities, student progress, and the final performance. Provide tips for how they can encourage their child to keep practicing improv at home (yes, even at dinner!).

• Team Player: Collaborate with other teachers to integrate improv into broader educational projects, helping students develop their creativity, problem-solving skills, and ability to adapt to new situations.

• Organized Fun: Manage attendance, lesson plans, and assessments while ensuring that every class is full of energy, fun, and creative exploration. You’ll keep things organized behind the scenes so students can focus on the fun stuff!

Qualifications:

• Improv Enthusiast: Experience with improv theater, whether through performing or teaching. You know that improv is all about thinking fast and having fun-and you’re ready to pass that knowledge along!

• Passionate Performer: A love for theater and performance is key. Whether you’ve been on stage or simply love supporting others in the creative process, your energy and enthusiasm will be infectious in the classroom.

• Creative and Quick Thinker: Ability to come up with new and exciting games and activities that will keep students on their toes, building their skills and confidence with each new challenge.

• Empathetic and Encouraging: Patience and a supportive attitude that helps students feel safe taking risks, making mistakes, and growing in their creative abilities.

• Positive and Fun Mentor: A passion for helping students embrace their creativity and express themselves in unique and authentic ways. You make learning feel like play!

Skills:

• Improv Leadership: Strong leadership skills to manage high-energy improv sessions. You’ll keep the group focused, while encouraging creativity and playfulness in every exercise.

• Excellent Communication: Clear, concise communication that helps students understand improv basics and gives them the tools they need to succeed on stage.

• Creative Planner: Ability to design dynamic and engaging lesson plans full of fun improv games that encourage creativity, team collaboration, and skill development.

• Classroom Enthusiasm: Classroom management skills to ensure that every session is engaging, fun, and productive, all while keeping the energy levels high and the atmosphere positive.

• Adaptable Teacher: Flexibility to adjust activities and teaching methods based on the needs of your students, ensuring that everyone feels supported and encouraged to develop their improv skills.

Location: Online

Start Date: Jan 14, 2025

End Date: Mar 28, 2025

Hours: 4