Kids on the Block
Job Description
Title: Puppeteer
Terms: 40 hours a week
Responsible to: Executive Director/Director of Programs
Qualifications:
1. Have an interest in children and a desire to advocate for their needs.
2. Possesses the ability to relate to educators, parents, children and community members.
3. Must have the ability and desire to develop puppetry skills.
4. Must hold a driver’s license and be willing to drive long distances.
5. Able to have a flexible schedule and work as needed when programs are scheduled.
6. Able to stay overnight when traveling to schools over three hours away.
Job Responsibilities:
1. Present educational puppet programs to children and adults in the classroom setting. This will include day trips to schools up to 3 hours away, and some overnight trips of up to 5 hours away.
2. Learn Puppet Programs where there is an immediate need for a performer.
3. Assist with loading/unloading van, setting up/breaking down of equipment, stage and props at performances.
4. Attend regularly scheduled practices when not performing.
5. Adhere to deadlines for script memorization.
6. Attend training events that may require overnight stays.
7. Attend and participate in other workshops and in-services to gain an understanding of the issues presented and feel comfortable in dealing with the questions the children ask the puppets during presentations.
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person