Program Coordinator and Teaching Artist

Position Responsibilities

We believe in a collaborative co-created model. This list is meant to identify some specifics, but much of the workflow will be managed in conjunction with the Executive Director, Associate Director, and Program Team.  These are some of the day to day tasks but the right candidate will help guide, inform, and implement their own work flow to support the work of The ROCK Center

The Practice of Community and Being

We believe strongly in the practice of cultivating community, connections, and inner being as a primary focus of our collective work.  This position will engage in these practices through the following ways:

• Participate in Circle Practices with ROCK Center Staff and Partner Artists 

• Participate in collaborative reflection, growth, and vision setting gatherings

• Cultivate personal practices of mindfulness and creative expression 

Workflow

• Support curriculum development and implementation in coordination with Program Team

• Facilitate and implement school-based and summer programming via Peace Warrior Curriculum. 

• Build relationships of trust and respect with students and school and community partners

• Coordinate with Partner Artists in collaboration with the Program Team.

• Serve as a resource to contracted Partner Artists,  as well as the day-of contact 

• Regularly communicates and takes initiative in ensuring all elements of programming are successful, i.e. maintaining regular communication with school partners, community partners, partner artists, and other relevant points of contact within programming

• Establishes and fosters relationships with school and community partners to be “Ambassadors” of the ROCK Center and ensure collaboration and positive relationships with all partners in the work 

• Recruit and manage attendance tracking and data collection and implementation, and other administrative duties as assigned and relevant to the work.

• Cultivate artistic methodologies, practices, and curriculums for social emotional learning models in coordination with ROCK Center team.

• Takes strong initiative in task completion, time management, and self-management of schedule, as this work is largely done at our own individual school sites and remotely    

• Engages in team meetings, work days, trainings, and retreats with openness, creativity, collaboration, joy, and connection

• As needed, organize and/or co-facillitate additional ROCK Center offerings which can include community engagement, family and parenting classes, and other opportunities that emerge.

How We Work: Skills Needed, Growth Possible

• Overall our belief is that finding the right fit begins with shared alignment on the mission and vision of the organization along with an aptitude for this specific position.

• We will provide a significant amount of on-boarding and training, but also will lean on the candidate to manage and guide their own work.  

• As an organization we are seeking to constantly improve and grow, and expect the same of our team.

Specific to this Position 

• Experience with or passion for working with youth (primarily elementary and middle-school aged))

• Fluency in the creative and artistic process 

• Comfort in fostering strong relationships in the networks we do our work, and in the wider community.

• Strong energy and presence in the classroom and facilitation of programming

• Passion for the arts, experience leading arts-based youth programs

• Experience/background in trauma-informed, culturally-responsive classroom practices to support youth well-being and promote positive behaviors and relationships

• Openness to continued learning and feedback

• Strong relational capacity and desire to join a team that deeply values connection within our own team and with the greater community  

• Desire to mentor and build relationships with youth

• Strong time management skills and ability to work in a self directed environment (remotely or on-site) 

• Competent in basic computer/digital skills (Google Suite, social media platforms, Excel) 

• Reliable transportation and valid Driver’s License 

• Must be able to pass background check