Job Title: Shakespeare Performance Assistant (K-8) Homeschool Enrichment
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Location: Ascent HSE, 1510 E Phillips Ave, Centennial, CO 80122
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Hourly
Reports to: Dean of Homeschool
Work Hours/Days: Teacher Calendar, Wed/Thurs, 10:00-3:00 pm
Dates: December 2026 - March 2027
Position Summary :
Shakespeare Performance Assistant Job Description: Assist in the preparation and execution of the Ascent HSE annual Shakespeare production. Our 5/6th and 7/8th grade classes will prepare and rehearse for the performance in March. The assistant will attend classes and assist with rehearsal as well as assist the classroom teacher with costume, prop and material preparation for the production.
Essential Functions:
- Classroom Support: Participate in class rehearsals. Work with small groups of students and record stage directions
- Costume Management: Organize and manage all props and costuming for the show
- Material Preparation: Help produce scripts and other necessary materials
- Production: Attend all rehearsals and assist with necessary details during show week
- Maintain a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
- Effectively communicate with supervisor and teammates
- Perform other related duties as directed
Position Requirements:
- Experience working with children in a classroom, homeschool, church, or theater setting
- Strong communication skills and a warm, flexible attitude
- Ability to stand, walk, and assist children actively throughout the day.
- Background check clearance (per program policy).
- Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
- Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
- Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
- Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Patience, reliability, and a positive attitude
- Willingness to take responsibility for being on time and maintaining attendance as an essential part of job performance
- Willingness to perform other related duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
- Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height by bending or leaning in order to teach each child