ELF JR. - Teaching Assistant [AUGUST 1 DEADLINE]

Position: Teaching Assistant (TA)

Production: Elf Jr. Homeschool or After-School Class

Location:

  • Homeschool Class: Garner Performing Arts Center

  • After-School Class: TBA

Schedule:

  • Homeschool Class:

    • Beginning September 1, 2026

    • Tuesdays, 11:30AM-3:30PM (Rehearsals)

    • November 20 (Tech)

    • November 21 @11AM & 3PM (Performances)

  • After-School Class:

    • Beginning September 1, 2026

    • Tuesdays, 4:30PM-7:30PM (Rehearsals)

    • November 14-17, 4:30PM-8:30PM (Tech)

    • December 18-20 (Performances)

Responsibilities:

  • Assist instructors during rehearsals and performances

  • Help supervise students during rehearsals, transitions, and breaks

  • Support students in learning choreography, music, blocking, and stage directions

  • Reinforce classroom expectations and promote a positive rehearsal environment

  • Help distribute and collect scripts, props, costumes, and rehearsal materials

  • Provide one-on-one encouragement and support to students

  • Help prepare rehearsal spaces before class and clean up afterward

  • Assist backstage during dress rehearsals and performances

Qualifications:

  • Experience working with children in educational, theater, or camp settings preferred

  • Interest or experience in musical theatre

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Positive attitude, patience, and flexibility

  • Dependable, punctual, and organized

  • Ability to work collaboratively with instructors, staff, students, and families

TA Interest Form

The Alli Mae Carnes is expanding our creative team! We are seeking passionate, skilled, and collaborative theatrical technicians and artists to support our growing slate of productions, classes, and creative projects. If you thrive in a dynamic arts environment and love bringing stories to life, we want to hear from you!

We are looking to fill several project-based roles throughout the year on a rolling basis:

  • Lighting Technicians & Designers

  • Sound Technicians & Designers

  • Carpenters & Scenic Painters

  • Props Artisans

  • Stagehands & Run Crew

  • Production Assistant

  • Costume Designers & Stitchers

  • Makeup Arists & Wig Artists

  • Choreographers

  • Music Directors

  • Stage Managers & Assistant Stage Managers

  • Production Assistants

Qualifications:

  • Experience in theatrical production, performing arts, visual design, or related fields

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

  • Ability to problem-solve in fast-paced creative environments

  • Experience working with artists from age 5-105

  • Reliability, professionalism, and enthusiasm for the arts

  • A commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and creative workspace

How to apply:

To submit your resume and materials for consideration on a future project, please submit the form below!

For any questions, please reach out to owner and founder Alli Mae Carnes at info@allimaecarnes.com.

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