JR Stage Manager

Tri-Valley Career Center; Danville (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Tri-Valley Career Center in Danville is looking for a part-time Stage Manager to support Jr. Program productions. This role involves ensuring rehearsals and performances run smoothly while teaching young performers stage etiquette and teamwork. The position requires strong organizational skills and experience in theatre production. Rehearsals are weekdays with compensation of $20–$25 per hour depending on experience, ensuring a positive and supportive environment for all involved.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience in theatre production (stage management or technical theatre preferred).
• Ability to work with elementary and middle school-aged students.

Responsibilities

• Attend rehearsals and assist the Directing Team in maintaining a structured environment.
• Track and maintain script/run sheets with cues and blocking.
• Serve as a communication liaison between the Director and families.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Leadership

Job description

Organization: ICDT!

Position Type: Part‑Time

Hours: 10 hours/week (rehearsals Monday‑Friday 3:45‑5:45), additional hours needed for meetings with the directing team, technical rehearsals, and performances.

Pay Rate: $20–$25 per hour, commensurate with experience.

About ICDT!: ICDT! is a youth‑focused performing arts center dedicated to creating inclusive, high‑quality theatre experiences for young performers and the community. We value collaboration, creativity, and hands‑on learning, and we strive to create a safe, supportive environment both onstage and behind the scenes.

Position Overview

ICDT! is seeking an organized, dependable, and positive Stage Manager to support our Jr. Program productions. This part‑time position plays a key role in ensuring rehearsals and performances run smoothly while helping young performers learn backstage responsibility, teamwork, and theatre etiquette.

The Stage Manager works closely with the Jr. Director/Music Director and production staff to coordinate rehearsals, manage communication, and oversee backstage operations during performances. Junior productions cast approximately 50 students aged 11‑14.

Key Responsibilities

Rehearsal Support

• Attend rehearsals and assist the Directing Team in maintaining a structured, productive environment.
• Take detailed rehearsal notes, blocking notes, and attendance records.
• Help track props, costumes, and set pieces in coordination with the production team.
• Support classroom‑style management appropriate for elementary and middle school performers.
• Assist with distributing production materials, schedules, and updates.

Production & Performance Management

• Track and maintain script/run sheet with cues, blocking, and technical notes.
• Coordinate backstage operations during technical rehearsals and performances.
• Call cues or run sound during performances, if applicable.
• Ensure performers are prepared, in place, and ready for entrances.
• Help maintain a safe and organized backstage environment.

Communication & Organization

• Serve as a communication liaison between the Director, production team, and families as needed.
• Distribute rehearsal schedules and updates.
• Track conflicts and maintain clear documentation.

Youth Support

• Model professionalism, preparedness, and respectful communication at all times.
• Teach and reinforce backstage etiquette, including quiet backstage behavior, prop responsibility, and respect for costumes and set pieces.
• Support students in understanding rehearsal expectations, time management, and personal responsibility.
• Assist young performers with transitions between activities to maintain focus and structure.
• Assist performers with quick changes, prop tracking, and entrance readiness in a supportive, confidence‑building manner.
• Help create a rehearsal and backstage environment where all students feel safe, valued, and heard.
• Maintain awareness of student well‑being and communicate any concerns to the Director or program leadership.

Qualifications

Required

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Experience in theatre production (stage management or technical theatre preferred).
• Ability to work with elementary and middle school‑aged students.
• Calm, clear communicator with strong leadership presence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced rehearsal and performance setting.

Preferred

• Previous stage management experience in youth or educational theatre.
• Familiarity with calling cues and managing tech rehearsals.
• Basic knowledge of theatrical terminology and production processes.
• Experience in classroom or youth program environments.

Schedule & Commitment

The Jr. Stage Manager is needed at weekday rehearsals from 3:45‑5:45 pm. Attendance is required for all technical rehearsals and performances. This production will run tech/performances from May 25th through June 7th.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is organized, calm under pressure, and genuinely enjoys working with young performers. He/she brings steady leadership, clear communication, and a nurturing presence to rehearsals and performances. He/she is a proactive problem‑solver who can maintain structure while fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment where students feel safe, confident, and prepared to succeed both onstage and backstage.

Compensation

This is a part‑time position, approximately 10 hours per week, paying $20–$25 per hour, depending on experience.