Theatre Director - Seasonal

City-of-Manhattan-Kansa; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Manhattan is seeking a Theatre Director for the MPRD summer theatre program. This seasonal, non-exempt role will manage a large group of children in an indoor facility and ensure a positive, educational experience.

Responsibilities include blocking a musical, teaching theatre techniques, creating lesson plans, and maintaining effective communication with students and parents. The position requires 18+ years of age and background check clearance.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• One year of college education with courses in theatre or education preferred.
• Experience with school-age children and theatre is desirable.
• Ability to collaborate with staff and parents in a community program.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Block an entire children’s musical.
• Able to work with and teach young children theatre techniques.
• Create lesson plans/curriculum.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and coworkers.
• Establish cooperative professional relationships with others.
• Address concerns and provide excellent customer service reflecting Parks & Recreation’s mission.
• Assist, develop, and facilitate a safe, fun theatre program.

Skills

Theatre Education

Youth Instruction

Music Theatre Directing

Communication Skills

Background Check

Education

One year of college coursework in theatre/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

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.