Job Title |
Education Associate |
Reports To |
Director of Education |
Job purpose
The Education Associate (EA) exists to assist the Director of Education (DoE) in the implementation of Mill Mountain Theatre’s education initiatives and outreach programming. As the only equity professional theatre in the Roanoke Valley, Mill Mountain Theatre feels a special responsibility for training the next generation of theatre artists and building an appreciation of the art form in the next generation of audiences. The EA will serve on the front lines of this effort as one of the primary teaching artists for classes in our in-house Conservatory classes and Outreach programs, as well as assist the DoE with administrative duties as needed.
Start date: August 19th, 2019
- Teach for Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory (MMTC)
As one of the primary teaching artists for Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory, the EA will be responsible for teaching a full course load during fall classes, spring classes, and summer camps. The EA will devise and execute lesson plans as well as prepare students for end of term class showcases. The teaching course load includes classes in music theatre, dance, acting, and creative movement for children Pre-K through adult. EA may be asked to teach classes and master classes in their areas of specialty. The EA will collaborate with DoE to set and plan curriculum for MMTC classes and educational outreach programming. MMT is specifically looking for an Education Associate with training and practical experience to teach music theatre and foundational dance classes.
- Coordinate Community Engagement & Outreach Programming
The EA assists the DoE in the evaluation of all existing programs for community and educational engagement, as well as the development of new initiatives to serve the community and broaden Mill Mountain Theatre’s reach.
The EA will be responsible for teaching all off-site Outreach Programming, which takes Conservatory-style classes outside of the theatre’s walls in partnership with local organizations. The EA will devise and execute outreach lesson plans.
- Assist with Mill Mountain Theatre Education productions
Mill Mountain Theatre’s Education program produces several productions each season for MMT’s Theatre For Young Audiences season and Apprenticeship Programs. The EA may be responsible for collaborating on and/or assisting with one or more of these productions, as determined by the Director of Education. (Involvement may include directing, choreographing, designing, or other areas of specialty.)
- Assist in the administrative duties of Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory
In support of the DoE, the EA will perform administrative tasks related to Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory. These tasks may include class scheduling, class and curriculum planning, correspondence, record-keeping, special event planning, social media management, and projects in collaboration with the Director of Development.
- Cultivate existing partnerships / Initiate new partnerships
As a growing education program, the EA will be responsible for cultivating existing partnerships and collaborations with community organizations, as well as initiating new partnerships that expand MMT’s reach and contribute to providing theatre arts programming to communities that would otherwise not have access.
- Contribute to a growing department
The EA will work in conjunction with the DoE to vision new programming and initiatives, and to strategize their implementation. The EA will also serve on the Artistic Planning Committee to assist the Producer in planning future seasons for MMT, including but not limited to Conservatory programming.
Skills & qualifications
- Education: Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred: Theatre, Musical Theatre, Theatre Education, or related field)
- Thorough understanding of theatre as an art form and professional discipline, with an emphasis in training and experience in music theatre and dance
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- A passion for connecting and engaging with communities
- Ability to teach a wide variety of theatre classes (acting of all levels, foundational dance, musical theatre) in addition to developing Outreach Programming
- The ideal candidate will also have the following characteristics:
- A willing capacity to remain flexible and shift course as necessary
- An active and energetic mind and demeanor
- A positive attitude
- A strong attention to detail
- A compelling sense of collaboration
- A strong work ethic
- Ability to derive deep satisfaction from community building and enrichment
- Ability to work independently and be a self-starter within a small Education team
Working conditions
Mill Mountain Theatre operates on a flex work schedule. This job will require regular work on nights and weekends.
Physical requirements
This job requires physical engagement with students in a classroom and/or rehearsal setting. The applicant should be comfortable working on their feet for significant stretches of time.
Full-Time Position. Start date: August 19th, 2019
Please submit cover letter and resume/c.v to ginger@nullmillmountian.org
