Part Time Cinema Classroom Program Assistant

The Avalon Theatre is seeking applications for a part-time Program Assistant to support all aspects of the Avalon’s Cinema Classroom at the Avalon program, including program development and implementation, outreach to the education community, and document and material creation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Coordination

• Collaboration with the Director of Education to implement routine programming for local school groups
• Co-development of film education materials and activities
• Co-facilitate film programs and discussions with guest speakers
• Skilled in designing and adapting educational content for grades 6–12

Administrative Support

• Provide assistance with a school registration, participant transportation, resource dissemination, and program evaluation
• Monitor email communications and respond to routine inquiries from educators and stakeholders
• Drafting meeting agendas and notes for monthly Cinema Classroom advisory meetings
• Tracking attendance, participation, and feedback

Community Engagement & Outreach

• Draft electronic communications to constituents
• Developing social media content to increase program visibility
• Promote Cinema Classroom at local events to deepen connections with demographically and geographically diverse populations
• Expand outreach efforts to engage a more diverse and inclusive range of schools and communities
• Participate in partnership-building activities alongside, or in place of, the Director of Education

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education
• Minimum of two years of experience working with youth, ideally with middle or high school students
• Experience developing and facilitating classroom or workshop curricula

SKILLS

Professional Skills

• Ability and experience in developing curricula for middle and high school students
• Ability to facilitate workshops with large group of students
• Proven ability to handle administrative tasks successfully

Organizational Skills

• Attention to detail and follow-through
• Highly organized
• Problem solving skills, flexibility to adjust to changing formats

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to show initiative and develop and introduce new ideas and programs
• Willingness to support the work of others
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to relate easily with diverse populations

Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, Dropbox, Slack, Meta, etc.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary range: ($25-30, depending on experience)
  • Compensation: Hourly, up to 20 weekly
  • Status: Part-time
  • Location: Flexible hybrid work schedule with remote opportunities
• Some programs may require travel to Washington, DC area schools

The Avalon offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule that enables staff to work from the office and/or home depending on the individual’s and Avalon’s needs. The Avalon will consider a contractor arrangement. The position reports to the Director of Education.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@theavalon.org. No phone calls please.

The Avalon Theatre Project Inc. is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability.