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Presenter Teacher PerformerCalifornia Weekly Explorer • Fountain Valley, CA, US
Presenter Teacher Performer

Presenter Teacher Performer

California Weekly Explorer • Fountain Valley, CA, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

MAKE LEARNING HISTORY FUN!

JOIN THE COMPANY WITH THE MOST INTERACTIVE AND UNIQUE APPROACH TO ELEMENTARY EDUCATION THERE IS!

Currently accepting resumes for 2026 / 2027 candidate pool!

Candidates who submit required  materials may be contacted at any time should a position become available in current school year. Otherwise auditions for upcoming school year take place from June-August each year.

About Us :

California Weekly Explorer is known throughout California elementary schools as the producers of the “Walk Through Presentations.” These fun presentations, popular among teachers and kids alike, engage students as they actively take part in their grade level history curriculum by becoming the “experts” and / or actual historical characters. A skilled presenter guides students through time while simultaneously hosting a friendly competition for students to earn points and become the winning team! For 40+ years California Weekly Explorer has provided excellence in education. Simply put; We are the experts in making learning fun!

Educational Performer (Teacher / Presenter) Perks :

  • Salary position, $4,000 / month (after completion of training) through June 15. Paid training rate of $140 / day for initial 10-12 day training period.
  • Full-time / seasonal, October through mid-June; summer's off (not paid); option for additional per diem September calendar
  • Medical benefits for individual employee paid in full for selected Company plans - family plans not available.
  • Paid school holidays including two weeks paid winter break (for fully trained presenters)

(Spring break is a working week - not off)

  • Mileage reimbursed at IRS standard
  • No work to take home (passed training period)
  • No sales - full calendars already booked and growing wait list
  • Most weeks have at least one half day (average 30% of a presenter's calendar contains 1 / 2 days; paid at salary rate)
  • Uniform attire : polo (provided by Company) and dockers style pants
  • Positive affirmation from customers daily
  • Being the reason for the "best day" of a child's school year!
  • Getting to be not just a "star" but a hero each and every day.
  • Educational Performer (Teacher / Presenter) Job Responsibilities :

    California Weekly Explorer seeks a full-time Presenter who will make history come alive for students on a daily basis. This person will love working with students, be excited about education and learning, enjoy travel and new experiences and have a desire to make a difference in the lives of students and teachers.

  • Ability to complete intensive training including memorize and dynamically presenting three scripts in highly engaging manner; up to two presentations a day, each 2 1 / 2 hours in length. Constant interaction with students (classroom size up to 36 in a presentation)
  • Solo presenting / teaching including transporting and setting up / tearing down display equipment each day (this is a one-person "show" - not a troupe). Storage boxes for equipment fit in a standard size vehicle
  • Wake up early and drive each day to a different school in a large calendar area
  • 5-6 Staff Meetings in a season at our Tustin office
  • Take 3-5 weekly trips a school year outside your calendar area (on some calendars - depending on area)
  • At home storage of all required presentation equipment (must be an environment where equipment can be kept securely and safe). Approximately six standard storage containers and two medium sized storage bags, travel flat cart, and 4' flag stand holder (for display of 6 flags)
  • Utilization of online Company calendar system for school information and daily itineraries
  • Make all travel arrangements and preparations
  • Fill out reports including monthly expense report and evaluations of schools
  • Training Period :

  • Initial training on the first presentation takes 10-12 consecutive business days. An additional 3-4 consecutive business days of training on the second presentation takes place 2-4 weeks later and the final 3-4 consecutive business days of training on the third presentation takes place 2-4 weeks after that.
  • All training takes place in our offices in Tustin, CA (mileage not provided for drive to office)
  • Educational Performer (Teacher / Presenter) Requirements :

  • Positive and fun personality - go with the flow type (not easily agitated)
  • A can-do, helpful mindset (no room for 'victim' mentality in this position)
  • Problem solver - solution minded
  • Personable; people-person mentality
  • Must like kids!
  • Ability to command a room (this position is difficult for people of a more shy nature)
  • Strong social, communication, and organizational skills
  • Some type of teaching or performance experience.
  • Classroom management and improvisation ability a plus!
  • Willing and able to work a 5-day a week set calendar with a high work ethic and "show must go on" mentality
  • Taking care of personal health must be a priority for fulfilling the demands of the calendar with no substitutes available.
  • Due to the daily performance aspect with no understudy or substitutes available, this position can prove difficult for anyone with chronic health conditions.
  • A reliable standard size car that will hold all equipment
  • Safe living area with room to store equipment
  • A valid driver’s license
  • Pass a DOJ background check
  • About You :

  • Passion for educating and performing on a full-time basis
  • Ability to work in a changing environment each day and to uphold Company policies
  • Don't shy away from a challenge - ability to persevere
  • Be in good physical, mental, and emotional health
  • Ability to "go with the flow" and be flexible (preparedness in schools varies from poor to fantastic)
  • Problem solver with ability to work independently and uphold Company standards; communicating effectively with office / management team
  • Enthusiastic with the ability to make a day fun for students no matter the stressors that precede a presentation (personal or work-related)
  • Ability to manage difficult students in an encouraging way
  • If this describes you, click “apply” to start your career adventure with us!

    We look forward to hearing from you!

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