Department: Education
Reports To: Director of Education
Salary Range: $36,000 – $40,000
About the Position
The Alabama Shakespeare Festival is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Education Programs Manager to support the planning and execution of ASF educational initiatives and family programs. This role will assist in creating engaging experiences that promote Alabama Shakespeare Festival’s mission to educate, entertain, and inspire.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage weekly operations and logistics of ASF’s after-school Acting Academy classes (including check-in, PU/DO, participant rosters, space checks, etc.)
- Assist in the development, coordination, and implementation of all other educational programs, workshops, and camps.
- Coordinate scheduling and use of facilities for Education events and programming.
- Prepare materials and resources for camps, classes, and workshops, ensuring all logistical needs are met.
- Help facilitate workshops and events, providing support to teaching artists and participants.
- Help organize Education-related events (both on and off-site) by providing on-the-ground support OTD (managing setup, breakdown, flow, greeting guests, etc.)
- Teaching required within academy classes and camps based on interests and experience.
- Assist with line producing ASF’s Shakespeare in the Schools Initiative: The Fall Festival of Shakespeare.
- Serve as a representative of the theater at ASF, community or civic functions, as well as local and national educational theatre conferences.
Administrative Duties:
- Maintain records of program attendance, evaluations, and participant feedback to improve logistics in our programming.
- Maintain guidebook of class and camp schedules, logistics, policies, procedures, etc.
- Manage logistics, communication, and outreach efforts for Education initiatives.
- Support the management of program budgets and supplies (including tracking receipts and expenditures).
- Assist with designing and contributing key content for SchoolFest study guides, ensuring deadlines are met for each title in the SchoolFest season.
- Assist with leading SchoolFest pre/post-show curtain speeches and talkbacks (including being available to greet schools and teacher before and after the performance).
- Track and manage Teaching Artist Database to stay abreast of potential teaching artists.
- Serve as additional point of contact for inquiries related to Education Programs and events.
- Work closely with other departments to ensure seamless program execution and participant experience.
- Collaborate with marketing staff to promote educational initiatives through various channels, providing relevant Education assets to Marketing as needed.
Professional Development:
- Stay informed about current trends in industry theatre, arts education, and best pedagogical/teaching practices to support innovative program development.
- Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance skills in education and arts administration.
- Attend and participate in local and national theatre conferences build relationships with other teaching artists and theatremakers in the industry.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Theatre, Arts Administration, or a related field preferred; relevant practical teaching artist experience may be considered.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a sincere passion for working with diverse audiences, particularly children and families.
- Working knowledge of theatre and a love for the arts; experience in arts education is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, OneDrive, etc.) strongly preferred.
Work Environment:
The Education Programs Manager will work in a collaborative, creative environment, supporting various educational initiatives at ASF. Some evening and weekend hours may be required for events and programs.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter outlining your specific qualifications and interest in the position, and a list of three professional references to Human Resources Manager Jill Samuelson (jsamuelson@asf.net). Applications will be accepted until position is filled. If you have any questions, please reach out to Director of Education Cameron Williams (cwilliams@asf.net).
About the Company
Alabama Shakespeare Festival, the State’s theater, builds community by engaging, entertaining, and inspiring people with transformative theatrical performances and compelling educational and community programs. From its founding in a high school auditorium in Anniston in 1972 to its designation as the State Theatre of Alabama in 1977 to the stunning $21.5 million performing arts complex in Montgomery (built in 1985), ASF has been a leader in the performing arts throughout the state, region, and country. As a beloved Alabama arts institution, ASF broadens the cultural identity of the South by producing classics, Shakespeare, contemporary plays, musicals, theatre for young audiences, and exciting new works. Since its inception, ASF has provided education programs to more than one million students; annually, SchoolFest, a student-matinee program, presents high-quality theatrical experiences to nearly 35,000 students. ASF’s values include heritage, excellence, community, accessibility, life-long learning, stewardship, and Equity Diversity, and Inclusion. More information can be found about our values by going to asf.net/about
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Commitment
ASF’s dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion is clearly reflected in the stories we tell and people we hire. Diversity is more than a commitment at ASF — it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, age, and veteran status.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival’s Anti-Racism Statement
ASF commits to anti-racism in its systems, practices, and theatre-making. As a storytelling institution charged with building community, we believe our civic, not-for-profit mission cannot be achieved with racist policies, ideals, or thinking in place. We commit to a conscious decision to make frequent, consistent, equitable choices daily. These choices require ongoing self-awareness and self-reflection as we move through life. We commit to combating discriminatory treatments, unfair policies, or biased practices based on race that result in inequitable outcomes for whites over Black, Indigenous, and People of Color and extend considerably beyond prejudice. More information can be found about our anti-racism work and commitments by going to asf.net/anti-racism.
