Voices Boston
Summer Youth Musical Theatre Program & Stage Director
Voices Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC)Summer Youth Musical Theatre Program & Stage Director
Description:
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NEMPAC is seeking a Summer Youth Music Theatre Director for four weeks of full day, in-person workshops for a children's program ages 5 - 9. Students enrolled commit to a full-day program from 9 am - 4 pm. The students rotate in smaller groups through music, dance, theatre, and arts programming during the day. The teacher will stage a short script to the song selections made by the Music Director and/or Choreographer. The teacher will also manage and mentor 2-4 interns who have the capabilities to assistant stage direct and/or stage manage. The teacher will be responsible for collaborating with the other staff, holding at least one pre-camp production meeting as well as communication with parents during the week. The teacher should love directing children, know how to keep the programming fun for all involved, work well with students ages 5 - 9, be an excellent communicator, and have experience as a children's stage director. This position is ideal for someone with excellent classroom management skills and an interest in working with younger students.Dates/Times:Monday - Thursday: 8:45 am - 4:15 pmFriday: 8:30 am - 1:30 pm35 hours / weekJuly 8 - 12: Myths & Fables ExtravaganzaJuly 15 - 19: Alice in WonderlandJuly 22 - 26: Charlie & the Chocolate FactoryJuly 29 - August 2: Harry PotterAugust 5 - 9: FrozenCompensation:
$900 - $950 / week DOE. W2.Benefits:
Access to practice space, and discounted tuition in any of our programs.Responsibilities:Communicate with parents which include: welcome email two weeks prior to the program start with full details of the week’s activities, emails three times/week that include daily wrap-ups with pictures from the day and schedule for the next day, show reminders, activities of the day updates, etc.
Stage and direct weekly musical shows
Create programs and props for each weekly show, with the assistance of teen interns.
Meet and manage support staff daily (1 morning music director, 1 afternoon choreographer, 2-4 high school interns)
Mentor & delegate tasks and projects to interns as needed.
Ensure Summer Workshop policies are always met and followed
Create and run daily rehearsal schedules and oversee all activities & classroom management
Ensure the safety of all students and staff
Notify NEMPAC of any facility needs, concerns, or challenges
Qualifications:
Skilled in teaching students between 5-9, with excellent classroom management skills.
Have prior musical theatre or theatre teaching/directing experience and be committed to promoting the growth of their students.
Have exceptional communication and organizational skills.
Passion for music, theatre, and arts education.
A positive and fun attitude!
Have flexibility to changes in schedule, can work in a fast-paced environment
An undergraduate degree in education, music, theatre, musical theatre, theatre education, music education or arts education is preferred. Relevant experience is an acceptable substitute.
How To Apply:
Email resume and letter of interest to the Educational Programs Director at acarufel@nempacboston.org with “Summer Musical Theatre Director” in the subject line by February 26, 2024.
Apply by:February 26, 2024About this Organization:
NEMPAC MISSION : Rooted in Boston’s North End, our mission is to enrich lives through accessible, exceptional music education and performing arts programs that embrace our vibrant, inclusive, and diverse communities.NEMPAC VISION:
NEMPAC envisions dynamic Boston neighborhoods where music and performing arts fill the city with creativity, spark connections, and inspire us to be our best selves.NEMPAC VALUES:
Community, Creativity, Education, Excellence, EquityABOUT the North End Music & Performing Arts Center:North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) is a 501(c)(3) community music school and performing arts center empowering artists of all ages and abilities. In 2001, five North End mothers created NEMPAC to meet a community need for children’s instrument lessons. Twenty years of unwavering community support fueled NEMPAC’s growth from a 501(c)(3) offering piano lessons out of its founders’ homes to a community music school and professional performing arts center operating from over 15 locations throughout the City of Boston.Today, NEMPAC’s community music school serves over 1,500 students per week through private and group music instruction, on-site arts programming at area schools, as well as in-house education classes. NEMPAC credits the rigor and quality of its educational programming to the distinguished team of 30-plus faculty members who mentor and teach the next generation of artists.NEMPAC’s performing arts center attracts regional, national, as well as international solo acts and professional music groups to stages in the greater-Boston area. From jazz to opera, NEMPAC’s professional performances cater to all musical tastes and acquaint 7,500 audience members per year to the transformative quality of the arts.TEACHING AT NEMPAC:
NEMPAC strives to involve our instructors beyond their classes by hiring them for professional performances, teaching artist workshops, additional educational events, and more! As a NEMPAC instructor, you will have access to our practice studios when available, faculty discounts, professional development opportunities, and support and guidance from our education coordinator and director on an ongoing basis.
You will be joining a community of esteemed faculty, passionate administrators, and supportive families. NEMPAC instructors take pride in the relationships they build with the students in their classes and prepare them to continue their artistic journey beyond their classes. NEMPAC believes that everyone is a performer and aims for all curriculum to be crafted with an emphasis on holistic, social-emotional learning and development while also engaging students' creative expression!DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
NEMPAC believes we are all musicians and performers. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We aspire to build a diverse staff team and community. We embrace people of all backgrounds and invite them to join us.ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:
NEMPAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. NEMPAC does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender expression or identity, pregnancy, age, national origin (ancestry), ethnicity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, familial status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, criminal record, military status, in any of its programs or operations or any other factor protected by law. These programs and operations include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of employees and contracted staff, selection of volunteers, faculty, artists, and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, board leadership, students, neighbors, volunteers, contractors, vendors, and friends.NEMPAC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Consistent with those requirements, NEMPAC will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If you believe you need an accommodation, contact NEMPAC Facilities and Operations Coordinator at sallen@nempacboston.org or 857-239-9997NEMPAC will also, where appropriate, provide reasonable accommodations for an employee's religious beliefs or practices.GENERAL NEMPAC CONTACT INFORMATION:info@nempacboston.org | 857-239-9997LEARN MORE ABOUT NEMPAC ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Facebook:@NEMPACBoston
Instagram:@NEMPACBoston
LinkedIn:North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC)
Homepage banner image: Detail of glassworks by Carrie Gustafson (Mass Cultural Council Crafts Fellow ’11).
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Description:
Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply.
NEMPAC is seeking a Summer Youth Music Theatre Director for four weeks of full day, in-person workshops for a children's program ages 5 - 9. Students enrolled commit to a full-day program from 9 am - 4 pm. The students rotate in smaller groups through music, dance, theatre, and arts programming during the day. The teacher will stage a short script to the song selections made by the Music Director and/or Choreographer. The teacher will also manage and mentor 2-4 interns who have the capabilities to assistant stage direct and/or stage manage. The teacher will be responsible for collaborating with the other staff, holding at least one pre-camp production meeting as well as communication with parents during the week. The teacher should love directing children, know how to keep the programming fun for all involved, work well with students ages 5 - 9, be an excellent communicator, and have experience as a children's stage director. This position is ideal for someone with excellent classroom management skills and an interest in working with younger students.Dates/Times:Monday - Thursday: 8:45 am - 4:15 pmFriday: 8:30 am - 1:30 pm35 hours / weekJuly 8 - 12: Myths & Fables ExtravaganzaJuly 15 - 19: Alice in WonderlandJuly 22 - 26: Charlie & the Chocolate FactoryJuly 29 - August 2: Harry PotterAugust 5 - 9: FrozenCompensation:
$900 - $950 / week DOE. W2.Benefits:
Access to practice space, and discounted tuition in any of our programs.Responsibilities:Communicate with parents which include: welcome email two weeks prior to the program start with full details of the week’s activities, emails three times/week that include daily wrap-ups with pictures from the day and schedule for the next day, show reminders, activities of the day updates, etc.
Stage and direct weekly musical shows
Create programs and props for each weekly show, with the assistance of teen interns.
Meet and manage support staff daily (1 morning music director, 1 afternoon choreographer, 2-4 high school interns)
Mentor & delegate tasks and projects to interns as needed.
Ensure Summer Workshop policies are always met and followed
Create and run daily rehearsal schedules and oversee all activities & classroom management
Ensure the safety of all students and staff
Notify NEMPAC of any facility needs, concerns, or challenges
Qualifications:
Skilled in teaching students between 5-9, with excellent classroom management skills.
Have prior musical theatre or theatre teaching/directing experience and be committed to promoting the growth of their students.
Have exceptional communication and organizational skills.
Passion for music, theatre, and arts education.
A positive and fun attitude!
Have flexibility to changes in schedule, can work in a fast-paced environment
An undergraduate degree in education, music, theatre, musical theatre, theatre education, music education or arts education is preferred. Relevant experience is an acceptable substitute.
How To Apply:
Email resume and letter of interest to the Educational Programs Director at acarufel@nempacboston.org with “Summer Musical Theatre Director” in the subject line by February 26, 2024.
Apply by:February 26, 2024About this Organization:
NEMPAC MISSION : Rooted in Boston’s North End, our mission is to enrich lives through accessible, exceptional music education and performing arts programs that embrace our vibrant, inclusive, and diverse communities.NEMPAC VISION:
NEMPAC envisions dynamic Boston neighborhoods where music and performing arts fill the city with creativity, spark connections, and inspire us to be our best selves.NEMPAC VALUES:
Community, Creativity, Education, Excellence, EquityABOUT the North End Music & Performing Arts Center:North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) is a 501(c)(3) community music school and performing arts center empowering artists of all ages and abilities. In 2001, five North End mothers created NEMPAC to meet a community need for children’s instrument lessons. Twenty years of unwavering community support fueled NEMPAC’s growth from a 501(c)(3) offering piano lessons out of its founders’ homes to a community music school and professional performing arts center operating from over 15 locations throughout the City of Boston.Today, NEMPAC’s community music school serves over 1,500 students per week through private and group music instruction, on-site arts programming at area schools, as well as in-house education classes. NEMPAC credits the rigor and quality of its educational programming to the distinguished team of 30-plus faculty members who mentor and teach the next generation of artists.NEMPAC’s performing arts center attracts regional, national, as well as international solo acts and professional music groups to stages in the greater-Boston area. From jazz to opera, NEMPAC’s professional performances cater to all musical tastes and acquaint 7,500 audience members per year to the transformative quality of the arts.TEACHING AT NEMPAC:
NEMPAC strives to involve our instructors beyond their classes by hiring them for professional performances, teaching artist workshops, additional educational events, and more! As a NEMPAC instructor, you will have access to our practice studios when available, faculty discounts, professional development opportunities, and support and guidance from our education coordinator and director on an ongoing basis.
You will be joining a community of esteemed faculty, passionate administrators, and supportive families. NEMPAC instructors take pride in the relationships they build with the students in their classes and prepare them to continue their artistic journey beyond their classes. NEMPAC believes that everyone is a performer and aims for all curriculum to be crafted with an emphasis on holistic, social-emotional learning and development while also engaging students' creative expression!DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
NEMPAC believes we are all musicians and performers. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We aspire to build a diverse staff team and community. We embrace people of all backgrounds and invite them to join us.ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:
NEMPAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. NEMPAC does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender expression or identity, pregnancy, age, national origin (ancestry), ethnicity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, familial status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, criminal record, military status, in any of its programs or operations or any other factor protected by law. These programs and operations include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of employees and contracted staff, selection of volunteers, faculty, artists, and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, board leadership, students, neighbors, volunteers, contractors, vendors, and friends.NEMPAC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Consistent with those requirements, NEMPAC will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If you believe you need an accommodation, contact NEMPAC Facilities and Operations Coordinator at sallen@nempacboston.org or 857-239-9997NEMPAC will also, where appropriate, provide reasonable accommodations for an employee's religious beliefs or practices.GENERAL NEMPAC CONTACT INFORMATION:info@nempacboston.org | 857-239-9997LEARN MORE ABOUT NEMPAC ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Facebook:@NEMPACBoston
Instagram:@NEMPACBoston
LinkedIn:North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC)
Homepage banner image: Detail of glassworks by Carrie Gustafson (Mass Cultural Council Crafts Fellow ’11).
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