CYT Houston Independent Contractor Application

Teaching Artists, Artistic Team Members, Coordinating Staff, all Support Staff

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Birthdate Birthdate / MM / DD YYYY
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Please select the position(s) that you are interested in.
NOTE: all applicants should be at least 19 years of age and, if alumni, should have been aged out of CYT for at least 1 full session.

Please select the position(s) that you are interested in. NOTE: all applicants should be at least 19 years of age and, if alumni, should have been aged out of CYT for at least 1 full session. Teaching Artist (classes) Artistic Team Member Artistic Team Intern Class Coordinator or assistant Show Coordinator (Volunteer and communication leader for show) Stage Manager (production leader for show) Show Assistant
Which Musical Theater disciplines do you have experience or expertise in?

Which Musical Theater disciplines do you have experience or expertise in? Music Coaching/Direction Drama/Acting Choreography Technical Theater Administration/Organization
Why are you interested in working with CYT?
Employment History, Qualifications & Artistic Background

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate artistic skill, professionalism, and the ability to contribute positively to a creative environment. Please provide thoughtful and thorough responses to the following:
Current and recent employment - please include date range, job duties, and reason for leaving, if not currently employed
1. Educational Background
Please list your educational background, including degrees earned and areas of study.
2. Additional Training & Professional Development
Describe any relevant training, workshops, master classes, or specialized instruction you have completed.
3. Theatrical & Musical Experience
Outline your experience in theater, music, or related performing arts, including performance and technical skills. Please include teachers, organizations and approximate years of involvement.
Experience & Leadership

At CYT, we value both excellence in the arts and Christ-centered character. Camp staff serve not only as instructors and leaders, but as role models who help create a safe, encouraging, and creative environment for every student.
Please thoughtfully answer the following:
Have you worked with children before?

Have you worked with children before? Yes No
1. Teaching and Artistic Experience
Describe your previous experience serving students/families, as a teacher and/or on an artistic or production team (with CYT or other organizations).
What roles have you held, and what were your primary responsibilities?
2. Strengths in a Theater Environment
What strengths do you bring to a fast-paced, collaborative theater education setting? Please include a brief example of those strengths in action.
3. Leadership & Student Impact
How would you use your gifts, skills, and character to positively impact CYT students?
4. Growth & Coachability
Theater work requires flexibility, teamwork, and a willingness to grow. What is one area of personal growth you are currently working on, and how are you intentionally improving in that area? How does it impact the way you rehearse, lead, or work on a team?
5. Team & Rehearsal Culture
Creative environments bring together many personalities and ideas. How do you contribute to a supportive, encouraging classroom or rehearsal atmosphere?
References

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2 should be professional references and none should be family members.
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Is there anything else you want us to know about you?
CYT Culture

I have read and understand CYT’s Mission Statement, Values & Objectives, and Open Table. I am willing to incorporate them into what I teach and the way I conduct myself professionally. If hired, I will sign a contract for the session and/or duration for which I am hired.

You can find these statements on this page: https://www.cythouston.org/about
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CYT Houston Independent Contractor Application

CYT Houston Independent Contractor Application

Employment History, Qualifications & Artistic Background

Experience & Leadership

References

CYT Culture