Education Coordinator (Part-time/Hourly)

The Education Coordinator will act as lead teaching artist and manage the administration needs of Detroit Public Theatre’s growing education programs. DPT has partnered with the Detroit Public Schools Community District since its first season to engage high school students with arts-integrated curricula connected to our productions. This position will report to the Producing Artistic Director overseeing community programs and will work directly with the artistic and general management teams.

HOW TO APPLY:

  • Please fill out this google form so our team can review your application: DPT Application Form

  • Interviews are scheduled to begin the week of January 6, 2025

Job Details:

  • Job Type: Part-time (Approximately 10 hours/week; Hybrid)

  • Weekly schedules fluctuate to align with company and event needs

  • Salary: $25/hr 

  • Position Start Date: February 3, 2025

Programmatic Duties

  • Work with Producing Artistic Directors to design lesson plans connecting productions to academic curriculum 

  • Lead in-classroom lessons at partner schools

  • Lead post-show discussions with students

  • Draft reports of each in-class lesson and post-show discussion

  • Manage the program evaluation process, including adapting, administering, and recording, analyzing and reporting on student surveys 

  • Collaborate with Producing Artistic Directors in identification and confirmation of new education partners

Administrative Duties

  • Coordinate and schedule student matinees 

  • Coordinate and schedule in-classroom lessons with partner schools

  • Coordinate with Stage Management and Production Manager to schedule and prepare actors for in-classroom lessons and post-show discussions 

  • Organize transportation with partner schools for student matinees

  • Collaborate with Associate General Manager to arrange front-of-house coverage for student matinees

  • Collaborate with Associate General Manager to arrange lunch/refreshments for student matinees

Qualifications:

  • Education and Experience

    • Though degrees in related fields are welcomed, no educational threshold is required as a prerequisite to employment

    • 3 to 6 years of related experience or training is encouraged for this position

  • Computer Skills

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Suite. 

    • Proficiency in creation and organization of team cloud drive platforms (such as google drive and Monday).

  • Language Skills

    • Experience creating and/or leading lesson plans

    • Comfort facilitating large group conversations.

    • Reading, interpretation, and thorough communication of information including, but not limited to evaluation data and contractual agreements.

    • Ability to write reports and correspondence.

    • Proficiency in proofreading skills for official documents as needed.

  • Practical Skills/Requirements

    • Experience working with high school students

    • Experience in theatre as an artist or technician

    • Reliable transportation and a valid state-issued ID or driver's license are required.

  • Other Preferred Skills and Abilities

    • Comfort with individual and small group management

Equal Opportunity Employer

Detroit Public Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, age, physical ability, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, criminal background, or any other characteristics prohibited by law. We are dedicated to maintaining a policy of inclusion, respect, and diversity in recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, and treatment during employment.

Volunteer Ushers
 

Volunteer ushers work with front-of-house staff to welcome, guide, and ensure the safety and comfort of all patrons.

As ambassadors for DPT, volunteer ushers play a critical role in ensuring patrons, donors, artists, students, staff, and all guests enjoy an exceptional experience at every performance and event. 

Volunteer ushers are welcome to watch the performances they usher, provided those performances are not sold out. In the event of a sell out, each volunteer usher will be given a complimentary ticket to another performance of that show.

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