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Fiddleheart Academy is hiring!

NOTE: Applications are due February 2oth to be considered for our initial round of interviews.

We are looking for dedicated, energetic, hard-working and multi-talented theater artists and educators who enjoy working with kids ages 9-15, love Harry Potter and the fantasy genre, and want to be part of a collaborative, creative team of magic makers. If interested, please see full list of qualifications and job descriptions below.

List of positions available (see below for detailed descriptions):

Lead Teaching Artist aka “Professor”
Camp Nurse aka “Healer”
Athletic Coach aka “Quidditch Coach”
Camp Stage Manager aka “Keeper of Keys and Time”
Guest Teacher aka “Guest Professor”
Actor/Day Player aka “Mage or Magical Creature”

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Lead Teaching Artist aka “Professor”~

Job Description

Seeking: A Lead Teaching Artist aka “PROFESSOR”

Brief role description: Professors at Fiddleheart encapsulate a combination of traditional theatre summer camp roles: equal parts camp counselor, teaching artist, and bold and creative actor and improviser. [If you are athletically inclined, see also Athletic Coach aka “Quidditch Coach” below as this is a similar role to Camp Counselor with an emphasis on athletic coaching and game play.]

About Fiddleheart: Fiddleheart Academy of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Fiddleheart is an immersive and imaginative summer camp for ages 9-15. Our students take "magical” classes such as potions, magical creatures, Quidditch, etc. Classes in cooking, chemistry, ethics, the visual and performing arts, and so forth are creatively adapted to immerse our students in our imaginary school of witchcraft and wizardry (for instance, craft glue is actually troll boogers). The students also solve a mystery ~ a LARP-style storyline ~ which is guided and acted out by Professors & guest artists over the two-week session.

Summer 2024 Term: June 30-July 3, 2024 (Training and Set up) AND July 7 (evening) -July 20, 2024 (Two- week session and one clean-up day). [NOTE: July 4-July 6 is off for the holiday.]

Span of Camp Day: Monday-Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: Stockton, NJ (group housing may available if necessary)

Duties / Professors are responsible for:

Developing “magical” curriculum for at least three different 45-minute classes in collaboration with Director
Lead-teaching classes for groups of 12-17 students
Assisting in classes for which they are not the teaching Professor
Guiding House bonding games and activities
Performing pieces of scripted, semi-scripted, or fully improvised mystery plot points
Attending staff meetings before and after students arrive on campus
Creating a name and backstory for your Professor character, and committing to staying in character in the company of students
Creatively contributing to the world-building and imaginative play of Fiddleheart with other staff and students
Helping to set up and clean up
Embodying Fiddleheart’s core values of imaginative play, discovery, and love

Skills / Core assets for Professors include:

Teaching experience
Performance and Improvisation experience
Enjoyment of kids and creating connections through imagination and play
Enthusiasm for magical worlds, both established in works of fiction and entirely original
Agility in performing and improvising in character for long periods of time
Adaptability & Collaboration – 80% of Fiddleheart’s mystery storyline and activities are set ahead of time, but the students add the final 20% and the staff collectively develops the experience alongside the students
Energy, stamina and a positive attitude
Creativity!
Physical ability to life up to 40 pounds, walk and run on grassy areas, climb stairs, and generally be physically active and on one’s feet for most of the day

PAY: UP to $800 per week depending on time worked and level of experience.

JOB TYPE: Seasonal/Temporary

Medical Director aka “Healer”~

Job Description

Seeking: Medical Director aka “HEALER”

Brief role description: The Healer at Fiddleheart is responsible for the physical well-being and basic medical care of approximately 50 campers and 10 adult staff during our two week summer session. NOTE: this position is open to those with a willingness to fulfill all the needed skills and qualifications however a nurse or nursing student is preferred.

Summer 2024 Term: June 30-July 3, 2024 (Training and Set up) AND July 7 (evening) -July 20, 2024 (Two- week session and 1 clean-up day). [NOTE: July 4-July 6 is off for the holiday.]

Span of Camp Day: Monday-Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: Stockton, NJ (group housing may be available if necessary)

Duties /The Healer is responsible for:

Review and organize camper medical paperwork including allergy information, immunization records, and pre-existing medical conditions to ensure campers’ safety

Monitor camper Care Plans for completion
Provide first aid care for campers and staff
Report all health and dietary alerts to camp management at end of day meeting
Assist on daily lunch checks to ensure camper dietary restrictions are adhered to
Maintain on-site, written parental consent for emergency medical treatment
Maintain both electronic and handwritten medical logs, updating as needed
Document all care given during camp
Document all medications brought to camp ensuring: all medications are labeled and stored in the original container or prescription container, as applicable, and in accordance with manufacturer instructions; all medications are stored in a secure area that is inaccessible to the campers; all unused medication is returned to campers’ parents or guardians within three business days after the campers’ last day (if unable to return medication, destroy any remaining medication)
Document campers’ medication information including: the condition for which the medication is being used; cautionary information specific to the medication, instructions for administration including dosage and frequency of administration, date, time, and name of the person administering the medication to the camper, medication error, adverse drug reaction; inform the prescribing physician of any medication error or adverse drug reaction
Administer proper dosage of prescribed medication at the correct time with written consent from parent, guardian, or physician
Notify Camp Administration of emergency medical needs
Ensure the main first aid kit is replenished weekly and prepare traveling first aid kits for Quidditch games
Provide ongoing communication to Camp Administration with respect to camper information, health status, behavior observations, camper interactions, anecdotes, etc
Communicate with parents in regards to medical forms, camper incidents, or other times when necessary
Following NJ regulation guidelines for registered camps: assist in the preparation for onsite health inspection; assist with and document all scheduled fire/emergency drills
Set up “Healer’s Room” both practically and creatively
Other responsibilities, as needed

Skills / Core assets for The Healer include:

Knowledge of common childhood illnesses, rashes and communicable disease common to youth and summer camp setting
Understanding of food allergies
Strong diagnostic skills
Prior experience with children and young adults
Good bedside manner, friendly and personable
Responsible, hard-working
Strong organization and communication skills
Proficient with electronic record keeping or Google Workspaces
Current First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
Current CPR / AED certification or willingness to obtain
Ability to administer an Epi-pen
Currently a school nurse or nursing student a PLUS.
A fondness for Harry Potter a plus.

PAY: Up to $800 per week depending on time worked and level of experience.

JOB TYPE: Seasonal/Temporary

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Athletics Director aka“Quidditch Coach”~

Job Description

Seeking: An Athletic Director aka “QUIDDITCH COACH”

Brief role description: The Quidditch Coach at Fiddleheart is equal parts camp counselor, athletic and games director and actor/improvisor. The Quidditch coach is responsible for teaching students the game of Quidditch, leading all Quidditch matches as well as engaging students in other games and activities.

Summer 2024 Term: June 30-July 3, 2024 (Training and Set up) AND July 7 (evening) -July 20, 2024 (Two- week session and 1 clean-up day). [NOTE: July 4-July 6 is off for the holiday.]

Span of Camp Day: Monday-Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: Stockton, NJ (group housing may available if necessary)

Duties / The Quidditch Coach is responsible for:

Teaching entire camp (50 students) the fundamentals of Quidditch and Fiddleheart’s version of game play (Coach will be given instructions and guidelines once hired).
Lead Quidditch matches as the whole school coach and game referee
Assisting in classes of other Professors when not teaching
Guiding House bonding games and activities, if needed
Performing pieces of scripted, semi-scripted, or fully improvised mystery plot points
Attending staff meetings before and after students arrive on campus
Creating a name and backstory for your Professor character, and committing to staying in character in the company of students
Creatively contributing to the world-building and imaginative play of Fiddleheart with other staff and students
Helping to set up and clean up
Teaching other 45-minutes “magical” classes as needed
Embodying Fiddleheart’s core values of imaginative play, discovery, and love

Skills / Core assets for the Quidditch Coach include:

Teaching and coaching experience
Performance and Improvisation experience
Enjoyment of kids and creating connections through imagination and game play
Enthusiasm for magical worlds, both established in works of fiction and entirely original
Agility in performing and improvising in character for long periods of time
Adaptability & Collaboration – 80% of Fiddleheart’s mystery storyline and activities are set ahead of time, but the students add the final 20% and the staff collectively develops the experience alongside the students
Energy, stamina, high enthusiasm and a positive attitude
Physical ability to life up to 40 pounds, walk and run on grassy areas, climb stairs, and generally be physically active and on one’s feet for most of the day. Must be able to demonstrate all Quidditch skills such as running with a “broom” between your legs, throwing and catching a ball, etc.

PAY: Up to $800 per week depending on time worked and level of experience.

JOB TYPE: Seasonal/Temporary

Camp Stage Manager aka “Keeper of Keys & Time”~

Job Description

Seeking: A Camp Stage Manager aka “KEEPER”

Brief role description: The Keeper at Fiddleheart is similar to the “Professor” staff position however it involves more administrative responsibilities between staff, students and parents and less acting, teaching and storyline participation.

Summer 2024 Term: June 30-July 3, 2024 (Training and Set up) AND July 7 (evening) -July 20, 2024 (Two- week session and one clean-up day). [NOTE: July 4-July 6 is off for the holiday.]

Span of Camp Day: Monday-Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: Stockton, NJ (group housing may available if necessary)

Duties / The Keeper is responsible for:

Organize student registration information (Google sheets): create documents for check-in/out, student class groups, student house groups, medical needs, etc
Maintain email communication with parents/guardians re: needed registration information, pre-session welcome, mid-session update, final day, etc
Co-lead daily morning and afternoon meetings (before students arrive and after they are dismissed) re: daily schedule with Camp Director & Storyline Director
Track timing of daily events, making in-the-moment adjustments as necessary, using walkie-talkies for school-wide announcements as needed to keep the day running smoothly
Organize and track supplies in co-ordination with other staff members
Track walkie-talkies: assign walkies to staff daily, collect and charge walkies at end of day.
Check in/out students daily
Call guardians as needed during the day; co-ordinate parent communication with Director and Nurse as needed
Manage Counselors-in-Training aka “Apprentices”
Set up, break-down and clean as needed
Take staff lunch orders and drive to pick up lunch at nearby restaurant daily
Creating a name and backstory for your Professor character, and committing to staying in character in the company of students
Embodying Fiddleheart’s core values of imaginative play, discovery, and love
Less but still needed: Performing pieces of scripted, semi-scripted, or fully improvised mystery plot points, as needed
Less but still needed: Creatively contributing to the world-building and imaginative play of Fiddleheart with other staff and students

Skills / Core assets for the Keeper include:

Google workspace familiarity
Leadership & organizational skills
Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal
Enjoyment of kids and creating connections through imagination and play
Enthusiasm for magical worlds, both established in works of fiction and entirely original
Performance ability; though not “in front” of the students as much as Professors, the Keeper still needs to be able to perform and improvise
Adaptability & Collaboration – 80% of Fiddleheart’s mystery storyline and activities are set ahead of time, but the students add the final 20% and the staff collectively develops the experience alongside the students
Energy, stamina and a positive attitude
Physical ability to life up to 40 pounds, walk and run on grassy areas, climb stairs, clean and generally be physically active and on one’s feet for most of the day

PAY: Up to $800 per week depending on time worked and level of experience.

JOB TYPE: Seasonal/Temporary

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“Guest Professor”~

Job Description

Seeking: A “ GUEST PROFESSOR”

Brief role description: A Guest Professor is required to commit for 1-3 total days out of the two weeks of camp. Duties include class development, teaching, acting in character within the magical world of Fiddleheart and minor participation in the storyline.

Summer 2024 Term: June 30-July 3, 2024 (Training and Set up) AND July 7 (evening) -July 20, 2024 (Two- week session and one clean-up day). [NOTE: July 4-July 6 is off for the holiday.] EXACT DAYS FOR THIS YEAR’S GUEST PROFESSORS TBD.

Span of Camp Day: Monday-Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: Stockton, NJ (group housing may available if necessary)

Duties / Guest Professors are responsible for:

Developing “magical” curriculum for at least one 45-minute class with the assistance of the Director;
Lead-teaching 3 classes in one day for groups of 12-17 students
Attend a few short meetings: generally 1 or 2 phone or zoom meetings prior to the start of the summer session and/or partial attendance on a training day
Communicate clear list of supplies needed prior to the start of the session to Director
Performing pieces of scripted, semi-scripted, or fully improvised mystery plot points
Attending staff meetings before and after students arrive on campus on the day they are teaching
Creating a name and backstory for your Professor character, and committing to staying in character in the company of students
Creatively contributing to the world-building and imaginative play of Fiddleheart with other staff and students during the day that they are teaching
Embodying Fiddleheart’s core values of imaginative play, discovery, and love

Skills / Core assets for Guest Professors include:

Teaching experience
Performance and Improvisation experience
Enjoyment of kids and creating connections through imagination and play
Enthusiasm for magical worlds, both established in works of fiction and entirely original
Agility in performing and improvising in character for long periods of time
Adaptability, Collaboration and Creativity
Energy, stamina and a positive attitude

PAY: UP to$125 per day depending on time worked and level of experience.

JOB TYPE: Seasonal/Temporary

actor aka ”Mage or Magical Creature”~

Job Description

Seeking: An “ACTOR”

Brief role description: the ACTOR is required to commit to 1-3 total days out of the two weeks of camp. Duties include acting and improvising in character within the magical world of Fiddleheart. Depending on the role, it may be entirely improvised or require 1-3 hours of in-person rehearsal.

Span of Camp Day: Monday-Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: Stockton, NJ (group housing may available if necessary)

Duties / Actors are responsible for:

Performing in character pieces of scripted, semi-scripted, or fully improvised mystery plot points
Attend a few short phone or zoom meetings prior to summer session discuss character to be improvised and/or attend in-person 1-3 hour rehearsals for more involved or scripted roles.
Attending staff meetings before and after students arrive on campus on the day they are performing
Embodying Fiddleheart’s core values of imaginative play, discovery, and love

Skills / Core assets for Actors include:

Performance and Improvisation experience
Agility in performing and improvising in character for long periods of time
Enjoyment of kids and creating connections through imagination and play
Enthusiasm for magical worlds, both established in works of fiction and entirely original
Adaptability, Collaboration and Creativity
Energy, stamina and a positive attitude

PAY: Up to $125 per day depending on time worked and level of experience.

JOB TYPE: Seasonal/Temporary

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