Student Performer

Kid Health and Well-Being Emporium, Inc. (KHWE)

Student Performer – STAR™ Character (Experiential Learning Opportunity)

Organization:
Kid Health and Well-Being Emporium, Inc. (KHWE)
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

Opportunity Type

Experiential Learning • Volunteer • Service Learning • Practicum • Internship Eligible (subject to school approval)

Position Summary

Kid Health and Well-Being Emporium (KHWE) is seeking an energetic college student to portray STAR™, one of the lead characters in our interactive Healthy Lungs Venture™ educational performances for young children.

STAR™ serves as the children's guide, helping create a fun, welcoming, and high-energy learning experience while encouraging audience participation through movement, imagination, and healthy living.

This opportunity is ideal for students interested in:

• Education
• Theatre
• Musical Theatre
• Acting
• Child Development
• Early Childhood Education
• Public Health
• Recreation
• Psychology
• Communication
• Performing Arts
• Community Outreach

Responsibilities

• Perform as STAR™ during live educational presentations.
• Welcome and engage children through movement and interactive activities.
• Help invite children to become volunteers during the performance.
• Assist the facilitator throughout the presentation.
• Encourage participation through singing, movement, cheering, and imaginative play.
• Help create a positive and inclusive environment for children ages 5–8.
• Represent KHWE professionally at schools, libraries, community centers, and special events.

Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for someone who is:

• Female
• 16–21 years old
• Fluent in English and Spanish (preferred)
• Outgoing and energetic
• Comfortable performing in front of groups
• Enjoys working with young children
• Positive and encouraging
• Reliable and professional
• Willing to learn interactive educational theatre

No previous professional acting experience is required. Enthusiasm, reliability, and a love for working with children are more important.

What You'll Gain

Participants will have opportunities to develop skills in:

• Public speaking
• Live performance
• Children's theatre
• Educational facilitation
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Event production
• Community engagement
• Audience interaction
• Bilingual educational outreach

Students may also build portfolio experience while serving their community through health education.

Time Commitment

Performances are typically scheduled during:

• Weekdays
• Community events
• School programs
• Libraries
• Festivals
• Special educational events

Scheduling is flexible based on availability.

About KHWE

Kid Health and Well-Being Emporium, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children build healthy habits through interactive educational Ventures™ that combine theatre, movement, storytelling, and hands-on learning.

Our mission is to inspire children to make healthy choices while developing confidence, leadership, and a lifelong love of learning.

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A brief introduction
• Your résumé (if available)
• Your availability
• Why you enjoy working with children
• Any theatre, education, dance, music, or public speaking experience (optional)

Selected applicants may be invited to participate in a fun, interactive audition/workshop where they will learn the STAR™ character.