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Personal Development Instructor - Cal Performance (4134U) 51315 About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , our Principles of Community , and our Strategic Plan .

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu .

Departmental Overview

Cal Performances presents and produces outstanding artists from the Bay Area, the United States, and around the world in performances and community programs which promote excellence, innovation, diversity, education, and community involvement, with the fundamental belief that the arts are vital to our society locally, nationally, and internationally. Berkeley/Oakland AileyCamp at Cal Performances is a program of the Education Department. Cal Performances supports AileyCamp with an array of professional performing arts services, including but not limited to marketing, public relations, facilities including Zellerbach Auditorium, and a full professional technical staff.

AileyCamp is a nationally proven arts education program that uses dance as a vehicle for developing self-esteem, creative expression, and critical thinking skills among 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students (aged 11-14) from underserved communities. AileyCamp also provides exceptional dance training to middle school students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. The project was inspired by the work of the late Alvin Ailey, internationally renowned dance artist, choreographer, and founder of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre. Please visit http://calperformances.org/community/aileycamp/ to learn more about AileyCamp and Cal Performances.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: ASAP when an application is received.

Responsibilities

The Personal Development Instructor of AileyCamp will emphasize the building of positive self-image and self-esteem through the exploration of the self, in collaboration with the AileyCamp directors, Guidance Counselor, and Creative Communications Instructor. Working in a Youth Development teaching and learning framework, the curriculum leverages the rigor, discipline and ensemble work required in dance to help middle school students see their bodies, health, relationships and social responsibilities in a powerful and positive light. The Incumbent shapes a final presentation about the curricular work of the campers, focusing on youth voice and empowerment.

Teach classes
Five-day work week - Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., (and until 9:30pm on 7/27 performance night) for all weeks employed.
Teach four classes per day, four days per week or as determined by the AileyCamp directors, including one day per week co-teaching with Creative Communications instructor.

Provide general oversight of campers as needed
Participate and oversee campers as directed on weekly field trips.
Participate in the general oversight of the campers, including assigned meal times in rotation, and camper free periods, assist with other workshop or rehearsal engagement, support Group leaders in their oversight of individual groups of campers, provide supervision during lunch and breaks as assigned on a rotating bases, and take on projects in support of camp, production preparation, and audience engagement.

Participate in staff meeting
Participate in individual and AileyCamp staff meetings including scheduled meetings during working meals, and after-camp meetings.

Develop curriculum and lesson plans
Develop curriculum and plan lessons and activities that address positive self-image, conflict resolution, decision-making, drug and alcohol abuse, food and nutrition, human sexuality, coping with peers, family relationships and succeeding in the school social and academic environment.
Provide schedule and description of proposed class content to AileyCamp directors for final approvals and integration with the whole camp curriculum.

Coordination with other staff for campers' needs and participation in camp activities and perform other duties.
Coordinate and encourage opportunities for AileyCampers to participate in role-playing, journal writing, group discussions and other exercises.
Coordinate with Group Leaders, Group Leader Mentor, and other staff to assess campers' individual needs and support them in interventions to meet these needs.
Produce camper progress evaluations, material and documentation for Camp Anthology, and other materials celebrating the campers' experience.
Prepare a camper presentation and/or installation for final performance.

The AileyCamp Personal Development Instructor will work closely with the AileyCamp directors, Guidance Counselor, Creative Communication Instructor, and the other AileyCamp Instructors. Incumbent operates with considerable independence, with freedom to make daily decisions within the scope of University policies, program plans, and established needs of teaching and performance programs.

Required Qualifications

Must be a trained social worker or equivalent.
Two years counseling and teaching urban youth, developing curriculum and delivering workshops with defined learning outcomes.
Must have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Social Work or related field, or equivalent experience.
Significant experience working with urban children from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, identified as having one or more of the following at-risk factors: living with a single parent or no parent; having a sibling who dropped out of school or became a school-age parent; having difficulty with the traditional school structure as determined by teacher observation; or having low self-esteem.
Familiarity with and/or ability to be trained in and implement youth-centered learning frameworks.
Ability and experience in developing curriculum to meet specific learning and creative goals, and to co-create curriculum with experienced teachers.
Excellent leadership skills including an ability to command respect and motivate achievement while working effectively with young people, serving as a positive influence and model for disciplined practice, healthy personal habits, and respectful communication with campers and colleagues.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate well to diverse persons, and actively work as part of an ensemble with a shared mission to support campers and camp activities in whatever manner is needed.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines in a self-directed, prioritized and calm manner.
Flexibility to meet changing needs and priorities as they occur.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, cheerful collaborator, able and willing to take initiative to accomplish and support others in accomplishing tasks related to the successful and smooth operation of the camp.
Must be able to successfully pass background check.
Must complete all UC Berkeley mandated trainings for employees by deadlines given.
Must comply with UC Berkeley's Covid-19 policies for employees.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters in Social Work, Family Therapy, School Counseling, Arts Therapies, or related fields.
Bi-lingual in Spanish and English.

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