Director of Education and Community Engagement

The Director of Education and Community Engagement will oversee and implement how education is incorporated in all areas at Theatre Charlotte from classes and workshops to collaborations and productions.  You will be the leading administrator for the Student Theatre Guild, TCjr Summer Intensives, Penguin Project and will work with the Artistic Director to cultivate and recruit a diverse and supported pool of teaching artists, while developing a plan to expand the reach of the education program.
The Director of Education and Community Engagement will also work with the Artistic Director to establish community partnerships and create opportunities to engage artists and audiences in meaningful ways that relate to our productions on stage and in the community.
Key responsibilities include:
●      Manage the education program calendar and registration process.
●      Create an annual operating budget for education programming and community engagement activities.
●      Develop a plan for growing educational classes, workshops and teaching artists centered around Theatre Charlotte’s mission and values.
●      Advance resources and community partnerships as it relates to themes reflected on stage as a way of expanding audiences, engaging and challenging our community.
●      Build and maintain community relationships with schools, educational entities and community partners.
●      Support the staff with promotional and marketing strategies related to education programs, volunteer recruitment and retention and community relations.
●      Ensure effective strategies and intentional dialogue centered around accessibility, equity, diversity and inclusion.
●      Will serve as a lead administrator and team member for Theatre Charlotte’s The Penguin Project.
●      Implement the administrative and development of theatre education programs and community outreach.
●      Supervise, evaluate, hire and assign activities for teaching artists.
●      Evaluate programs regularly to ensure effectiveness and that they are fulfilling the mission and values set forth. Recommend improvements to the Artistic Director.
 
 
In this role, you will be a leading advocate for arts education and community engagement with an opportunity to shape and contribute to the Theatre Charlotte legacy.
 
Traits and Characteristics:
 
●      Collaborative arts educator.
●      Champion for theatre arts.
●      Strong organizational and planning skills.
●      Excellent communicator.
●      A people person.
●      Committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and access in programming, recruiting and volunteer support.
●      A strong relationship builder and collaborator.
●      Ability to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team.
●      Willingness to make connections and develop relationships with community and national organizations of varying size.
●      Resourceful in maximizing return on investment of time, energy and resources.
●      Experience working with children and teens is beneficial.
●      Motivated to inspire everyone around them.
 
Compensation and Benefits:
●      Paid time off
●      Flexible schedule (some night and weekend hours may be required)
●      Ability to work remotely (must be based in Charlotte)
●      403(b) Retirement plan
●      Health Insurance
●      Opportunities to teach classes for additional compensation.
●      Salary Range: $45,000-$55,000
 
Interested in Joining our Team?
 
Please send a cover letter, resume and three references to
[email protected] with Director of Education in the subject line. Application deadline is May 31, 2024 with an anticipated start date in early July 2024. No phone calls please.