Middle School Assistant Theater Director

Key School; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Key School seeks a part-time Middle School Assistant Theater Director for the 2026-2027 academic year. Reporting to the Theater Director, you will provide administrative and logistical support throughout the theatre production process, aiding with scheduling, communications, costumes, props, sets, copying, and setup/breakdown of rehearsals and performances.

This is a part-time, production-driven role with evening hours and variable workload; the total compensation is $2,000 paid in three

Qualifications

• Experience supporting theatre productions is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage schedules, logistics, and rehearsals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative duties in production including scheduling, communications, costumes, props, set, copying, and rehearsals setup.
• Attend all technical rehearsals and performances.
• Be available for most rehearsals March–May; exact schedule determined with Theatre Director.
• Attend auditions in December and callbacks in January as directed; assist with production calendar.

Skills

Administrative support

Scheduling

Communications

Theatre production

Education

Technical Degree

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Annapolis, MD 21403Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: Technical DegreeSalary Range: $2,000.00 - $2,000.00 CommissionJob Category: Education

Position Title: Middle School Assistant Theater Director

FLSA: Part-time, Temporary, Exempt

Reports To: Theater Director, Key School

Start Date: December 1, 2026

End Date: June 1, 2027

Position Purpose

Key School is seeking a part-time Middle School Assistant Theater Director for the 2026-2027 academic year. Reporting to the Theater Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative and logistical support throughout the theatre production process, assisting with scheduling, communications, costumes, props, sets, copying, and the setup and breakdown of rehearsals and performances.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assists with all administrative duties involved in production including scheduling, communications, costumes, props, set, copying, and setting up and breaking down rehearsals and performances.
• Attends all technical rehearsals and performances
• Available for most of rehearsals March-May
  • Exact schedule to be determined in collaboration with the Theater Director
  • Should be available for most rehearsals - negotiable in advance.
  • Must attend all rehearsals in May
  • The final week of production hours may vary based on the needs of the production.
• Pre-planning: Attends auditions in December and callbacks in January by the discretion of the Theatre Director
• Draft of Production Calendar

QualificationsCompensation:

• Total Compensation: $2000.00
• Payment will be made in three installments in March, April and May 2027

Schedule & Attendance Requirements

This is a part-time, production-driven role with variable hours in the evenings with some afternoon availability required. This position runs from from March 1, 2026 – June 1, 2027

• Hours will fluctuate based on the production calendar, requiring peak availability during technical rehearsal weeks, performances, and strikes. The position is estimated to require 40 hours per production, though additional hours may be necessary based on production needs
• Mandatory Attendance: The individual must be present for all scheduled technical rehearsals, performances, and strike periods for the designated 2026–2027 production slate.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Key is particularly interested in candidates with experience in creating inclusive school settings and who are culturally responsive. We are seeking candidates with a commitment to educational equity and justice. We learn and grow both as individuals and as a school community when students and adults of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities develop an understanding of and respect for our commonalities and differences. Together, we have created a community that reflects diversity across a broad spectrum and will help fulfill Key’s promise to prepare our students for the challenges and responsibilities they will assume in an increasingly connected yet diverse and pluralistic world. The diverse student body is 39% students of color, and 32% of our students receive financial aid to create a socioeconomically diverse community. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Key.