Exeter High School Drama Club Advisor

SAU 16; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 1,500 - 2,500; Part time

Job summary

Exeter High School seeks a Drama Club Advisor for the SAU 16 district to oversee all aspects of planning, organizing, and executing theatrical productions across the school year. The role emphasizes directing students, logistics, and collaboration with staff to foster an inclusive arts program.

The position requires experience in directing student productions, strong organizational skills, and the ability to mentor high school performers and crew, while coordinating with teachers and volunteers

Qualifications

• Experience directing high school or community theater productions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of technical theater (lighting, sound, set design).
• Ability to supervise and mentor high school students.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate auditions, casting, and rehearsals.
• Manage production schedules, budgets, and logistics (costumes, sets, props).
• Collaborate with faculty, custodial staff, and parent volunteers.
• Ensure all activities align with school policies and safety regulations.
• Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels.

Skills

Directing theatre

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication & collaboration

Evenings & weekends availability

Mentoring students

Team coordination

Tools

Lighting knowledge

Sound knowledge

Set design

Job description

Stipend Position

Exeter High School in SAU 16 seeks outstanding applicants for the position of Drama Club Advisor at Exeter High School.

Responsibilities

The Drama Club Advisor will oversee all aspects of planning, organizing, and executing theatrical productions (ex. fall play, spring musical) each school year. This includes directing students, managing production logistics, collaborating with school staff, and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for student performers and crew.

Qualifications

• Experience directing high school or community theater productions
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Knowledge of technical theater (lighting, sound, set design)
• Ability to supervise and mentor high school students
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required

Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinate auditions, casting, and rehearsals
• Manage production schedules, budgets, and logistics (costumes, sets, props)
• Collaborate with faculty, custodial staff, and parent volunteers
• Ensure all activities align with school policies and safety regulations
• Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels.

Student Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for creative expression
• Mentor students in performance, technical skills, and stagecraft
• Encourage student leadership roles within the production
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and confidence through the arts
• Support student growth in collaboration, problem-solving, and public speaking

Reports To

The high school principal.