Summer Musical Theatre Director

Manhattanks; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Manhattan is seeking a Seasonal Theatre Director for the MPRD summer musical theatre program. Must be 18 years or older, able to manage large, diverse groups of children, and available Tuesday evenings during the school year.

Starting wage: $20.00/hour; Closing Date: Open until filled, may close at any time. Job duties include blocking an entire children’s musical, teaching theatre techniques to young students, creating lesson plans and curriculum, and communicating effectively with

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• One year of college education with courses taken in Theatre or Education.
• Experience with musical theatre and past directing.
• Work/volunteer experience with school-age children.
• Pass a background check.
• Ability to create lesson plans/curriculum.
• Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal, with students, parents, and coworkers.
• Must be able to manage large, diverse groups of children.
• Must be available Tuesday evenings during the school year.

Responsibilities

• Block an entire children’s musical.
• Able to work with and teach young children theatre techniques.
• Ability to create lesson plans/curriculum.
• Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbally, with students, parents, and coworkers.
• Able to establish and maintain cooperative professional working relationships with others, individually and in a team environment.
• Actively listen to customers and address any concerns or needs.
• Provide excellent customer service and possess a service philosophy which reflects the mission of Parks & Recreation.
• Must assist, develop, and facilitate a safe, successful, and ultimately fun theatre program.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

One year of college education (Theatre or Education)

Job description

Description

(Seasonal, Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage: $20.00/hour

Closing Date: Open until filled, may close at any time

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Variable

Must be 18 years or older

How to Apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application. For general questions about the position, contact Parks and Recreation at 785-587-2757.

Position Purpose:

The Theatre Director will possess the basics of theatre, dance, and/or music to run the MPRD summer musical theatre program. Must be able to manage large, diverse groups of children. Must be available Tuesday evenings during the school year.

Job Duties:

• Block an entire children’s musical.
• Able to work with and teach young children theatre techniques.
• Ability to create lesson plans/curriculum.
• Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbally, with students, parents, and coworkers.
• Able to establish and maintain cooperative professional working relationships with others, individually and in a team environment.
• Actively listen to customers and address any concerns or needs.
• Provide excellent customer service and possess a service philosophy which reflects the mission of Parks & Recreation.
• Must assist, develop, and facilitate a safe, successful, and ultimately fun theatre program.

Requirements

Essential Physical Functions & Environment

• Work performed at indoor facility: Peace Memorial City Auditorium.
• Noise level and activity level vary.
• Stand, walk, sit, use hands, handle, feel, speak, hear, climb stair, push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Must be 18 years or older.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• One (1) year of college education with courses taken in Theatre or Education.
• Work/volunteer experience with school-age children.
• Experience with musical theatre and past directing.
• Knowledge of basic theatre techniques.
• Must pass a background check.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.