Community Theater Academy Assistant

Walnut Hill School For The Arts; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Part time

Job summary

Walnut Hill School for the Arts’ Community Theater Academy (CTA) seeks an assistant theater teacher with experience in musical theater. The role supports teaching theater classes and assisting with behavior management in the classroom, leading games and activities with guidance, and helping with arrivals and dismissals.

The position notes responsibilities across rehearsals and performances, requiring reliability, strong communication, and leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience as a camp counselor, babysitter, classroom/rehearsal assistant preferred.
• Must be reliable, professional, flexible, and open-minded.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfort with technology and proficient computer skills.
• Strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with teaching theater classes.
• Assisting with behavior management in the classroom.
• Lead games and activities with support/direction.
• Assisting with outdoor arrivals and dismissals.
• Project work such as organizing costumes.
• Participate in mandatory trainings and PD as appropriate.
• Attend CTA Dress Rehearsals and Performances as assigned by program director.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Job description

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Community Theater Academy Assistant

Part Time Walnut Hill School for the Arts, Natick, MA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1378

Walnut Hill School for the Arts’ Community Theater Academy (CTA) is seeking an assistant theater teachers with experience in musical theater. Walnut Hill CTA offers programs for students K-12 and have various opportunities available for the right candidate.

As an extension of Walnut Hill School for the Arts, the Community Academy at Walnut Hill provides school year and summer session learning opportunities that engage aspiring artists pre-k to adult. The Community Theater Academy develops confident, innovative, and expressive performers in an environment that is fun, creative, and energized.

Responsibilities Include

• Assisting with teaching theater classes;
• Assisting with behavior management in the classroom;
• Lead games and activities with support/direction;
• Assisting with outdoor arrivals and dismissals;
• Project work as needed such as organizing costumes, etc;
• Participate in mandatory trainings and PD as appropriate;
• Attend CTA Dress Rehearsals and Performances as assigned by program director;
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience as a camp counselor, babysitter, classroom/rehearsal assistant preferred;
• Must be reliable, professional, flexible, and open-minded;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Comfort with technology and proficient computer skills;
• Strong leadership skills.

Schedule

Schedule is indicated below, starting on September 9, 2026, or as determined in consultation with your supervisor. Required performance dates are December 18-19, 2026 (Kindertheater) and January 9-10, 2027 (The Little Mermaid JR). Additional hours for extra rehearsals, special events, tech week, and production weekend will be scheduled in consultation with the Director.

• Mondays: 3:45 PM – 7:15 PM
• Tuesdays: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
• Thursdays: 4:15 PM – 6:45 PM

Physical Demands

Staff assist in outdoor arrivals and dismissals and are therefore exposed to the elements of weather.

Physical demands include dexterity for department specific tools and equipment, and office machine and supply operation including but not limited to: writing, typing, using electronic devices, computer, phone, calculator, copy machine, fax machine, and printers. Ability and dexterity to practice and demonstrate your artistic discipline. Stooping, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and sitting or standing for extended periods of time are common. Ability to communicate effectively and clearly through language and physical demonstration required.

Note: All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of state and federal background checks. Walnut Hill does not provide visa sponsorship.