Thursday, September 23, 2010

Part-Time Administrative Assistant (temporary), Roundabout Theatre Company

Education@Roundabout is seeking a part-time temporary Administrative Assistant for an open ended commitment. Open to years of experience and background. Office hours are Monday-Friday from 10:00am-6:00pm. Ideal candidate will be looking for a flexible schedule, about 20 hour/week, but at least 4 hours on Fridays are mandatory. The candidate should be comfortable interacting with students, educators, parents, artists, and arts education professionals, as well as working in collaborative settings. Strong organization and communication skills are necessary. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Knowledge of Tessitura and/or iMovie is a plus. $10-15/hour based on experience.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

  • General Administrative Support for all Education Programs
  • Processing and Maintaining a Database of Invoices and Expenses
  • Data Entry
  • Processing Teaching Artist and Intern Payroll
  • Reception
  • Processing Ticket Contracts
  • Transcribing Artist Interviews
  • Collect and Organize Incoming Intern and Teaching Artist Applications
  • Process Incoming and Outgoing Correspondence
  • Take Minutes of Meetings
  • Assemble Mailings
  • Order Office Supplies

To apply, please visit: http://www.tfaforms.com/178304. EOE.

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), Grand Valley State University

Grand Valley State University seeks applications for a tenure-track faculty member in Theatre Education. Successful candidate will team-teach an arts immersion course for Self-Contained Elementary Education Classroom Teachers. Secondary duties may include teaching Storytelling, Introduction to Theatre, or other courses within the theatre curriculum depending on the candidate’s expertise. The selected candidate will work with colleagues in the theatre program and the School of Communications, reporting to the Director of the School of Communications. Duties include attending School of Communications and theatre program faculty meetings, advising students, and involvement in unit, college, university, and community duties and service.

Qualifications: Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Theatre with a focus in Theatre Education by the time of employment. Candidates must posses a comprehensive knowledge of theatre teaching techniques for elementary-aged students, and at least two years of teaching experience within an undergraduate liberal arts theatre program. A record of scholarly/professional publication and demonstrated excellence in teaching preferred. Complementary experience teaching in other areas within theatre, communications, or performance studies is a plus.

Apply online at www.gvsujobs.org. Include a letter of interest, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. The online system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions or need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. Send Ph.D. transcripts to Anthony Thompson, Director, School of Communications, Grand Valley State University, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI 49401.


Review of applications will begin October 11th, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.


An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution
For more information about Grand Valley, see our website at www.gvsu.edu
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Managing Director, Pennsylvania Youth Theatre

Celebrating 25 years of performing arts excellence, Pennsylvania Youth Theatre seeks a vibrant and talented arts professional to join the staff as Managing Director.

The Managing Director works closely with the Artistic Director, staff, and an engaged Board of Directors, all of whom live Pennsylvania Youth Theatre’s mission within a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The Managing Director is responsible for staff supervision and the overall management of the non-artistic aspects of the company, including fundraising, budgeting, financial management, contract administration, strategic planning, community engagement and Board relations. The Managing Director functions as the nexus among several important organizational goals, including the responsibility to support PYT’s mission, the commitment to fiscal stability, and the ongoing development of PYT’s important relationships with communities.

Expected credentials are:

  • A terminal degree or equivalent professional managing director experience in non-profit/arts and/or business administration;
  • Significant administrative experience, including responsibility for budgeting, fundraising, personnel management, long-term planning, development, grant writing and grant reporting;
  • Superior writing and communication skills;
  • A proven passion for community service;

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin October 4, 2010 and will continue until a selection is made.

Candidates should submit a letter of application with salary requirements, curriculum vitae or resume, and the names and contact information of at least three (3) references who may be contacted by PYT. Finalists will be required to submit a writing sample.

Applications and inquiries should be submitted electronically to Pennsylvania Youth Theatre, Managing Director Search Committee, at mdsearch.123pyt@gmail.com. Please email all materials in PDF format.

To mail application, please send to: Pennsylvania Youth Theatre, ATTN: Search Committee, 25 W 3rd Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015.

Though we appreciate applicants taking the time to submit materials for consideration, only those candidates with whom we are interested in talking further will be contacted.

Pennsylvania Youth Theatre (PYT) is a nonprofit performing arts organization with the mission of educating, entertaining, and enriching the lives of young people and their families through the art of theatre. PYT was founded with the commitment to provide opportunities for all children to participate and learn through the art of theatre.

PYT’s Performing Arts School maintains a comprehensive after-school performing arts curriculum, which includes creative drama, acting, dance and voice instruction. PYT’s performing arts classes are attended yearly by over 400 students ages 3 through 18.

Pennsylvania Youth Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Friday, September 03, 2010

Education Associate, Stage One Children's Theatre/Music Theatre Louisville

Stage One Children's Theatre/Music Theatre Louisville seeks an Education Associate. The ideal candidate is an experienced theatre teacher, organized administrator, has excellent communication skills, and has worked in schools and classroom settings.

Responsibilities include teaching to students K-12, coordination and administration of education programs, curriculum design, study guide development, education program marketing and phone sales.

Qualifications: BA theatre/education (MFA/MA preferred), theatre instruction and creative drama experience. Musical Theatre experience is a plus. Starting salary $24,000 – $27,000 plus benefits.

Submit resume, references, and sample lesson plan to Andrew D. Harris, aharris@LTAStages.org. Electronic submissions only. www.stageone.org. EOE.