Technical Coach - Theater

Young World Physical Education; Ardmore (PA); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,821,600; Part time

Job summary

Lower Merion High School is seeking a Technical Coach – Theater for the 2026-2027 season. The role is part-time and requires availability after school and some Saturdays in Ardmore, PA.

You will mentor students through scenic design, lighting and production, enforce safety in the wood shop and theater spaces, and coordinate props, rentals and materials under the supervision of the head coaches. Applicants must submit all required forms via Talent Ed and complete clearances including PA Criminal

Qualifications

• Must be available 3 PM–6 PM on most weekdays and some Saturdays 10 AM–2 PM.
• Counsel students in theatrical production, management and design techniques across three-production seasons.
• Supervise students in the wood shop and in theatrical spaces.
• Maintain safe practices and organization.
• Mentor students through scenic design, lighting design, scenic fabrication, installation and crew management.
• Oversee any student rigging.
• Coordinate prop and set dressing rental pickups.
• Coordinate lumber, paint and other material orders and deliveries/pickups.
• Collaborate with Head Coach and Assistant Coaches to support students.

Responsibilities

• Advise and mentor students in production processes and crew roles.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed in wood shop and theaters.
• Assist with scenic design, lighting, fabrication and installation tasks as needed.
• Coordinate rentals, orders and deliveries for props and sets.
• Support coaches and staff to provide a positive learning environment.

Skills

Theater production

Mentoring

Safety practices

Rigging oversight

Prop & set rentals

Materials orders

Collaboration

Wood shop supervision

Lighting design

Job description

Lower Merion School District Lower Merion High School - Ardmore, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Technical Coach - Theater

Job Details

Job ID: 5833817

Application Deadline: Aug 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Lower Merion High School is looking for a Technical Coach – Theater for the 2026-2027 Season.

Position Requirements

• Have good availability 3PM-6PM most weekdays and some Saturdays 10AM-2PM
• Counsel students in theatrical production, management, and design techniques throughout three-production seasons
• Supervise students in the wood shop and theatrical spaces
• Maintain safe practices and organization
• Mentor students through scenic design, lighting design, as well as scenic fabrication, installation and crew management
• Oversee any rigging the students want to do
• Coordinate prop and set dressing rental pick ups
• Coordinate lumber, paint and other material orders and deliveries/pickups
• Collaborate with Head Coach and Assistant Coaches to support students

It is important to note that our coaches serve as supports and guides through this theatrical production process. They do not write, direct, design, or run the shows. Students take on these positions and responsibilities; the coaches offer inspiration, expertise, mentorship, and training when necessary.

Applicants will not be considered for an interview unless all required forms are submitted:

Acomplete electronic application through Talent Ed.

Clearances Needed

• PA Criminal Check (less than 1 year old)
• Child Abuse History (less than 1 year old)
• FBI Fingerprint Results Letter (less than 1 year old)

You can findthe clearancelinks on our employmentpage.

If interested, please complete a full application on Talent Ed.

The Lower Merion School District has a firm commitment to equal opportunity in the workplace. We seek a talented workforce that reflects a diverse representation of sociocultural identities including, but not limited to, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, ethnicity, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender expression identity or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Theater Production