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SCT is a great place to work! Whether you are a staff member, intern, teaching artist, actor, or volunteer, the SCT family welcomes you. We take great effort to foster a rewarding, enriching, and fun environment for everyone.
Seattle Children's Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of age, gender, marital status, physical/mental ability, race, religion, or sexual orientation. We seek to actively promote diversity in everything we do.
If you love storytelling, theatre, and inspiring young minds, you belong at SCT!
Position Title: Arts Based Learning Curriculum Coordinator
Department: Education
Supervisor: Arts Based Learning Manager
Classification: Part-Time, Year Round
About SCT:
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children for 45 seasons of creative professional theatre and arts education classes for the Puget Sound region, and is one of the most prominent theatre organizations for young audiences in the United States and the world. SCT’s mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Position Summary:
In partnership with Kaiser Permanente, SCT’s Arts Based Learning Program (ABL) fosters learning through arts practices (creative play and applied theatre) to support the mental health and wellness of students and their teachers in Washington state. This position participates in the development of ABL curriculum (instructional material and arts-integrated practices) and provides administrative support to the ABL Program Manager by corresponding with district/school administrators to schedule Rise Up Workshops. Collects qualitative and quantitative data by sending surveys and soliciting feedback from workshop participants to ensure that ABL is continuously improving. Attends regional partnership meetings and participates in conversations related to programming and curriculum with other members of KP’s national Educational Theatre Program. This position has the option of accruing additional hours as a teaching artist.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent on verification and completion of a background check, which include criminal history, and of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Salary & Schedule:
Application Procedures:
If you are interested in applying for this position please email Resume, Cover Letter, two references, and diversity statement to Elizabeth Coen, Arts-Based Learning Manager at abl@sct.org.
The Diversity Statement should describe how your work, training and/or experience demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. What effort have you made and/or have been involved with that fosters cultural awareness and understanding? What have you done to further your knowledge on access, equity, diversity and inclusion? What do you hope to bring to SCT that will enhance and support a commitment to antiracist work?
No phone calls please. Review of applications will begin on November 16. Position is open until filled.
Department: Education
Supervisor: Arts Based Learning Manager
Classification: Part-Time, Year Round
About SCT:
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children for 45 seasons of creative professional theatre and arts education classes for the Puget Sound region, and is one of the most prominent theatre organizations for young audiences in the United States and the world. SCT’s mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Position Summary:
In partnership with Kaiser Permanente, SCT’s Arts Based Learning Program (ABL) fosters learning through arts practices (creative play and applied theatre) to support the mental health and wellness of students and their teachers in Washington state. This position participates in the development of ABL curriculum (instructional material and arts-integrated practices) and provides administrative support to the ABL Program Manager by corresponding with district/school administrators to schedule Rise Up Workshops. Collects qualitative and quantitative data by sending surveys and soliciting feedback from workshop participants to ensure that ABL is continuously improving. Attends regional partnership meetings and participates in conversations related to programming and curriculum with other members of KP’s national Educational Theatre Program. This position has the option of accruing additional hours as a teaching artist.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists with the development of ABL curriculum.
- Researches, compiles, creates materials for schools and teaching artists.
- Supports planning and execution of teaching artist trainings, departmental events, and ABL workshops.
- Schedules Rise Up workshops by corresponding with district/school administrators.
- Helps maintain relationships and communication with schools, principals, teachers, and other community stakeholders.
- Assists with mailing and distributing educational materials to schools and workshop participants.
- Maintains meticulous records of workshop bookings and services, reports, evaluative data, and feedback.
- Attends trainings and related programming in the field.
- Facilitates virtual teaching/learning sessions via Zoom and MS Teams.
- Attends staff and departmental meetings.
- Attends Kaiser Permanente regional and national meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of two years of work experience in related field.
- Minimum of two-years of experience working with youth.
- Experience with teaching and/or supporting teacher development.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to cultural awareness in the classroom is highly valued.
- Bilingual and multicultural communication skills are highly valued.
- Ability to pass a full background check.
- Reliable internet connection and/or mode of transportation for school residencies and workshops.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
- Enjoy working in a fast paced, non-profit environment.
- Experience or interest in theatre.
- Commitment to social justice work and interest in public health.
- Clearances/background checks will be conducted.
- Currently work will be remote, with a move to the Seattle Center campus when health guidelines permit.
Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent on verification and completion of a background check, which include criminal history, and of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Salary & Schedule:
- Part-time, year-round
- 20 hours per week
- $18 per hour
- Starting date: December 15
- Monday thru Friday schedule
Application Procedures:
If you are interested in applying for this position please email Resume, Cover Letter, two references, and diversity statement to Elizabeth Coen, Arts-Based Learning Manager at abl@sct.org.
The Diversity Statement should describe how your work, training and/or experience demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. What effort have you made and/or have been involved with that fosters cultural awareness and understanding? What have you done to further your knowledge on access, equity, diversity and inclusion? What do you hope to bring to SCT that will enhance and support a commitment to antiracist work?
No phone calls please. Review of applications will begin on November 16. Position is open until filled.
Position: Associate Director of Development
Reports To: Director of Development
Classification: Regular/Full-time/Exempt
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Founded in 1975, Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT) has a long history of artistic innovation and excellence. At the conclusion of our 45th Season, we had produced 267 plays, including 114 world premiere productions. Throughout our history, SCT has been dedicated to providing Seattle’s youth with world-class professional theatre and theatre arts education. We recognize that our programs create a dynamic entry point to the arts for many people in the region, especially for the young audiences we serve directly. We believe that young people deserve to engage in stories with meaningful themes of hope, compassion, resilience, friendship, courage, and joy. Young audiences are enriched by opportunities to use their imaginations and ask their own questions, embraced by a creative, responsive community. Our creative teams equitably represent the community in which we live. Our children deserve the best quality SCT can provide – innovative and original plays for all people, high production values, and excellent teaching methods.
Seattle Children’s Theatre seeks an experienced Associate Director of Development who will design and implement SCT’s strategy to maximize and steward revenue from individuals through annual giving and events. We seek a colleague with great skills to make us better together.
Position Summary:
The Associate Director of Development is a key partner to the Director of Development and Managing Director in raising $2M annually in contributed revenue for SCT. Focused primarily on individuals, from community campaigns through mid-level donors, as well as supporting the institutional giving efforts, the successful candidate will bring creativity as well as data orientation to the job of acquiring, stewarding, and renewing SCT’s friends and donors. The right candidate will be creative, collaborative, and energized to bring the SCT message to ticket buyers, drama school families, and current donors.
The Associate Director of Development will manage the Development Manager and collaborate with SCT’s contract grant writers, as well as participate in producing SCT’s annual fundraising event. The successful candidate will help to cultivate a culture of philanthropy in support of SCT’s mission and work closely with other departments to achieve the theatre’s annual contributed income goal.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for cultivating, acquiring, and stewarding current and potential individual donors.
• Build connections between SCT and current and potential donors through personal outreach and contact.
• Use creative muscles to develop campaign branding and copy for all Annual Fund activities including broad-based direct mail, video, social media, and season branding.
• Partner with members of SCT’s board to amplify the work of the Development team.
• Support the Director of Development and Managing Director on the annual fund solicitation strategies of trustees, campaign donors, major annual fund donors, and prospective campaign or high-end donors.
• Budget development and oversight of revenues and expenses for area of responsibility.
• Supervise and provide mentorship for the Development Manager and Associate.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
• 3 plus years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with specific experience in individual giving.
• Strong, hands-on experience in event planning, ideally large scale fundraising events.
• Supervisory experience a plus.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Excellent social skills, good judgment, and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and move multiple projects forward is critical.
• Expertise in MS Office and Tessitura.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
At present, work will be remote with a move to the Seattle Center campus when health guidelines permit. A background check will be conducted.
Salary & Schedule:
Salary range $50K+ depending on experience. Generous benefits package includes fully paid employee medical, dental, and vision coverage. May need to work occasional evenings and weekends.
To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references in PDF format to clareh@sct.org. Please use Associate Director of Development/Your Last Name in the subject line. No phone calls, please. Position open until filled.
At SCT we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Seattle Children’s Theatre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Reports To: Director of Development
Classification: Regular/Full-time/Exempt
_____________________________________________________________________________
Founded in 1975, Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT) has a long history of artistic innovation and excellence. At the conclusion of our 45th Season, we had produced 267 plays, including 114 world premiere productions. Throughout our history, SCT has been dedicated to providing Seattle’s youth with world-class professional theatre and theatre arts education. We recognize that our programs create a dynamic entry point to the arts for many people in the region, especially for the young audiences we serve directly. We believe that young people deserve to engage in stories with meaningful themes of hope, compassion, resilience, friendship, courage, and joy. Young audiences are enriched by opportunities to use their imaginations and ask their own questions, embraced by a creative, responsive community. Our creative teams equitably represent the community in which we live. Our children deserve the best quality SCT can provide – innovative and original plays for all people, high production values, and excellent teaching methods.
Seattle Children’s Theatre seeks an experienced Associate Director of Development who will design and implement SCT’s strategy to maximize and steward revenue from individuals through annual giving and events. We seek a colleague with great skills to make us better together.
Position Summary:
The Associate Director of Development is a key partner to the Director of Development and Managing Director in raising $2M annually in contributed revenue for SCT. Focused primarily on individuals, from community campaigns through mid-level donors, as well as supporting the institutional giving efforts, the successful candidate will bring creativity as well as data orientation to the job of acquiring, stewarding, and renewing SCT’s friends and donors. The right candidate will be creative, collaborative, and energized to bring the SCT message to ticket buyers, drama school families, and current donors.
The Associate Director of Development will manage the Development Manager and collaborate with SCT’s contract grant writers, as well as participate in producing SCT’s annual fundraising event. The successful candidate will help to cultivate a culture of philanthropy in support of SCT’s mission and work closely with other departments to achieve the theatre’s annual contributed income goal.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for cultivating, acquiring, and stewarding current and potential individual donors.
• Build connections between SCT and current and potential donors through personal outreach and contact.
• Use creative muscles to develop campaign branding and copy for all Annual Fund activities including broad-based direct mail, video, social media, and season branding.
• Partner with members of SCT’s board to amplify the work of the Development team.
• Support the Director of Development and Managing Director on the annual fund solicitation strategies of trustees, campaign donors, major annual fund donors, and prospective campaign or high-end donors.
• Budget development and oversight of revenues and expenses for area of responsibility.
• Supervise and provide mentorship for the Development Manager and Associate.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
• 3 plus years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with specific experience in individual giving.
• Strong, hands-on experience in event planning, ideally large scale fundraising events.
• Supervisory experience a plus.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Excellent social skills, good judgment, and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and move multiple projects forward is critical.
• Expertise in MS Office and Tessitura.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
At present, work will be remote with a move to the Seattle Center campus when health guidelines permit. A background check will be conducted.
Salary & Schedule:
Salary range $50K+ depending on experience. Generous benefits package includes fully paid employee medical, dental, and vision coverage. May need to work occasional evenings and weekends.
To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references in PDF format to clareh@sct.org. Please use Associate Director of Development/Your Last Name in the subject line. No phone calls, please. Position open until filled.
At SCT we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Seattle Children’s Theatre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Position Title: Drama School Operations Manager
Department: Education
Supervisor: Director of Education
Classification: Full Time
About SCT: Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children for 45 seasons of creative professional theatre and arts education classes for the Puget Sound region, and is one of the most prominent theatre organizations for young audiences in the United States and the world. SCT’s mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Position Summary: Through SCT’s Education Department the Operations Manager oversees all programmatic logistics and operations for the Drama School program. The manager develops, builds and schedules class and camp offerings, communicates with staff and teaching artists, and manages program operations and logistics. In addition, they build relationships with partner organizations, oversees the Education Registrar position, and works side by side with the marketing and sales team
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent on verification and completion of a background check, which include criminal history, and of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Salary & Schedule:
Application Procedures:
If you are interested in applying for this position please email Resume, Cover Letter, three References, and Diversity Statement to Johamy Morales, Director of Education at dramaschool@sct.org.
The Diversity Statement should describe how your work, training and/or experience demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. What effort have you made and/or have been involved with that fosters cultural awareness and understanding? What have you done to further your knowledge on access, equity, diversity and inclusion? What do you hope to bring to SCT that will enhance and support a commitment to antiracist work?
No phone calls please. Position is open until filled
Department: Education
Supervisor: Director of Education
Classification: Full Time
About SCT: Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children for 45 seasons of creative professional theatre and arts education classes for the Puget Sound region, and is one of the most prominent theatre organizations for young audiences in the United States and the world. SCT’s mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Position Summary: Through SCT’s Education Department the Operations Manager oversees all programmatic logistics and operations for the Drama School program. The manager develops, builds and schedules class and camp offerings, communicates with staff and teaching artists, and manages program operations and logistics. In addition, they build relationships with partner organizations, oversees the Education Registrar position, and works side by side with the marketing and sales team
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversees and manages Drama School camps and classes.
- Cultivates new and existing relationships with partner organizations.
- Maintains relationships and communication with patrons, partnership organizations and other community stakeholders.
- Communicates and assigns over 40+ teaching artists in collaboration with the Director of Education.
- Provides support to teaching artists through class materials and supplies for all in-person and virtual programming.
- Oversees and evaluates new and existing classes and camp.
- Maintains meticulous records of classes and camps such as services, reports, evaluative data, and feedback.
- Develops class catalogue language in collaboration with the Director of Marketing.
- Assists in on-boarding and mentoring interns, apprentice, and fellows.
- Plans, develops, and manages school year classes, break camps, and summer camp programs.
- Oversees and builds camp schedules and daily programmatic operations schedule including extended care.
- Oversees and manages the Education Registrar.
- Manages the program budget.
- Attends staff and departmental meetings.
- Engages in professional development within the organization and community.
- Attends trainings and related programming in the field.
- Collaborates with Director of Education.
- Other duties as assigned.
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of two years of work experience in related field.
- Spreadsheet and Database experience; Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel.
- Experience with Tessitura Network is a plus.
- Experience in production management or stage management is a plus.
- Familiarity with the process of teaching and developing curriculum for Pre-Kindergarten through young adult.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Ability to manage and direct multiple tasks concurrently, and provide follow through.
- Highly organized, strong attention to detail, and patient with customer service skills.
- Must be an independent thinker and doer while being a collaborative; effective team player.
- Minimum of two-years experience working with youth.
- Experience with teaching and/or supporting teacher development.
- Commitment to cultural awareness in the classroom is highly valued.
- Bilingual and multicultural communication skills are highly valued.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
- Enjoy working in a fast paced, non-profit environment.
- Experience or interest in theatre required.
- Experience working with youth required.
- Commitment to social justice work and interest in public health.
- Clearances/background checks will be conducted.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Currently work will be remote, with a move to the Seattle Center campus when health guidelines permit.
Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent on verification and completion of a background check, which include criminal history, and of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Salary & Schedule:
- Salary starting at $42,000
- Full time with benefits, including fully paid employee medical, dental and vision coverage
- Start Date: December 15
- Mostly Monday thru Friday schedule with a flexible schedule
Application Procedures:
If you are interested in applying for this position please email Resume, Cover Letter, three References, and Diversity Statement to Johamy Morales, Director of Education at dramaschool@sct.org.
The Diversity Statement should describe how your work, training and/or experience demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. What effort have you made and/or have been involved with that fosters cultural awareness and understanding? What have you done to further your knowledge on access, equity, diversity and inclusion? What do you hope to bring to SCT that will enhance and support a commitment to antiracist work?
No phone calls please. Position is open until filled
Position Title: Virtual Teaching Artist
Department: Education
Supervisor: Program Manager (Arts-Based Learning/Community Engagement/Drama School)
Classification: Part-time/ Seasonal
NOTICE: Currently accepting applications for teaching artists who specialize in Sensory Drama and/or are bilingual in ASL, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, or Vietnamese.
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About SCT:
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children for 45 seasons of creative professional theatre and arts education classes for the Puget Sound region, and is one of the most prominent theatre organizations for young audiences in the United States and the world. SCT’s mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Position Summary:
Teaching Artists provide professional arts instruction for students ages 3.5 and up within the wide variety of Theatre Arts educational opportunities SCT provides, including Arts-Based Learning workshops, Community Engagement workshops/residencies, and Drama School classes and camps. Teaching Artists may be asked to provide mentorship for other teaching artists, fellows, interns, apprentice, and volunteer classroom assistants. Teaching Artists receive specific job assignments on a rolling basis dependent on expertise, availability, and program schedule. Classes are taught online currently until further notice therefore location is not a barrier.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
● Provides professional teaching artistry for all assigned classes, camps, workshops, and/or residencies
● Utilizes positive classroom management techniques for all students
● Develops, writes, evaluates, and implement curriculum on behalf of SCT programs
● Prepares classroom and materials prior to the start of class or workshop
● Collaborates and communicates with other teaching artist and educators
● Communicates and builds rapport with students, guardians, staff, teachers, and stakeholders
● Maintains accurate records as required, including attendance and student medical and emergency information
● Represents education programs both within SCT and outside of SCT in a professional manner
● Mentors interns, apprentices, and fellows
● Attends professional development opportunities
● Attends faculty and orientation meetings
● Collaborates with program manager(s)
● Other duties as assigned
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of two years of work experience in related field
• Minimum of one-year experience working with youth
• Strong classroom management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to cultural awareness in the classroom is highly valued
• Bilingual in ASL, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, or Vietnamese OR specializes in Sensory Drama
• Ability to pass a full background check
• Reliable internet connection and/or mode of transportation for school residencies and workshops
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
• Enjoy working in a fast paced, non-profit environment
• Experience or interest in theatre
• Commitment to social justice work and interest in public health
• Clearances/background checks will be conducted
Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent on verification and completion of a background check, which include criminal history, and of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Salary & Schedule:
• Hourly rate between $28-$40 per hour, based on experience
• Part-time/seasonal
• Starting date: flexible
• Monday thru Friday schedule, based on program demand
Application Procedures:
If you are interested in applying for this position please email Resume, Cover Letter, 2 references, and diversity statement to Johamy Morales, Director of Education at dramaschool@sct.org.
No phone calls please. Position is open until filled.
Department: Education
Supervisor: Program Manager (Arts-Based Learning/Community Engagement/Drama School)
Classification: Part-time/ Seasonal
NOTICE: Currently accepting applications for teaching artists who specialize in Sensory Drama and/or are bilingual in ASL, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, or Vietnamese.
________________________________________
About SCT:
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children for 45 seasons of creative professional theatre and arts education classes for the Puget Sound region, and is one of the most prominent theatre organizations for young audiences in the United States and the world. SCT’s mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Position Summary:
Teaching Artists provide professional arts instruction for students ages 3.5 and up within the wide variety of Theatre Arts educational opportunities SCT provides, including Arts-Based Learning workshops, Community Engagement workshops/residencies, and Drama School classes and camps. Teaching Artists may be asked to provide mentorship for other teaching artists, fellows, interns, apprentice, and volunteer classroom assistants. Teaching Artists receive specific job assignments on a rolling basis dependent on expertise, availability, and program schedule. Classes are taught online currently until further notice therefore location is not a barrier.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
● Provides professional teaching artistry for all assigned classes, camps, workshops, and/or residencies
● Utilizes positive classroom management techniques for all students
● Develops, writes, evaluates, and implement curriculum on behalf of SCT programs
● Prepares classroom and materials prior to the start of class or workshop
● Collaborates and communicates with other teaching artist and educators
● Communicates and builds rapport with students, guardians, staff, teachers, and stakeholders
● Maintains accurate records as required, including attendance and student medical and emergency information
● Represents education programs both within SCT and outside of SCT in a professional manner
● Mentors interns, apprentices, and fellows
● Attends professional development opportunities
● Attends faculty and orientation meetings
● Collaborates with program manager(s)
● Other duties as assigned
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of two years of work experience in related field
• Minimum of one-year experience working with youth
• Strong classroom management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to cultural awareness in the classroom is highly valued
• Bilingual in ASL, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, or Vietnamese OR specializes in Sensory Drama
• Ability to pass a full background check
• Reliable internet connection and/or mode of transportation for school residencies and workshops
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
• Enjoy working in a fast paced, non-profit environment
• Experience or interest in theatre
• Commitment to social justice work and interest in public health
• Clearances/background checks will be conducted
Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent on verification and completion of a background check, which include criminal history, and of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Salary & Schedule:
• Hourly rate between $28-$40 per hour, based on experience
• Part-time/seasonal
• Starting date: flexible
• Monday thru Friday schedule, based on program demand
Application Procedures:
If you are interested in applying for this position please email Resume, Cover Letter, 2 references, and diversity statement to Johamy Morales, Director of Education at dramaschool@sct.org.
No phone calls please. Position is open until filled.