Playhouse Program Director Application

Applications Close Tuesday, March 24th

Hours & Pay: 15-20 hours per week, hourly ranging from $20-$24 per hour dependent on experience and skills. 

Job Description: 

The Program Director plans developmentally appropriate educational programs at The Children’s Playhouse and for outreach in the community. The PD recruits and schedules outside teachers and volunteers for in-house and outreach programs in the community.

They are responsible for marketing all Playhouse programs and events via Playhouse’s social media, MailChimp newsletter, and website. The PD assists the Executive Director in grant proposals, planning exhibits, and special events. 

A portion of PD’s time is devoted to interacting with families visiting the museum and working with operations and frontline staff to ensure quality visitor experiences. The PD is part of the team planning and staffing special events such as BuildFest.

Qualifications: 

College degree required, advanced degree preferred. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and training in early childhood education, the arts, or STEM; be committed to The Playhouse mission; and understand the challenges and opportunities of providing programming in our informal museum setting.

Strong communication skills are required. Marketing experience a plus.

A criminal background check is required before starting work.

The Playhouse does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin in employment, membership, or in provision of services.

Instructions for Cover Letter and Resume

Please upload your resume and cover letter using the boxes below. Please address your cover letter to Playhouse Executive Director Kathy Parham.

In your letter, please explain why you would like to work at The Children's Playhouse and tell us why you would be a good candidate based on your background and skills.

Important! Please use the following format to name your files:

Your Name Resume PH PD

Your Name Cover Letter PH PD

Please replace the words "Your Name" with your own first and last name. PH stands for Playhouse and FOM stands for Financial Operations Manager.

References

Please provide the names and contact information for three people who can speak to your skills or education, the quality of your work, and/or your work ethic. At least one reference should be from a former supervisor.