Theatre Director - Seasonal

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

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must pass a background check

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

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