YMCA of Greater Brandywine · 1 month ago
Theater and Creative Arts Director
Berwyn, PA
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$47K/yr - $61K/yr
2+ years expThe YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child and promoting healthy living. They are seeking a Theater and Creative Arts Director to lead and deliver theater and creative arts programming for youth ages 5-18, including directing performances, teaching classes, and overseeing summer camps.
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Responsibilities
Direct youth theater performances for ages 5-18, including show selection, auditions, rehearsals, and performances
Teach theater and art classes during evenings and weekends, creating fun, age-appropriate, and skill-building experiences for participants
Oversee and manage summer camp programming in theater and creative arts, ensuring engaging, high-quality experiences aligned with YMCA values
Supervise and support seasonal and part-time staff, and volunteers involved in arts programming
Collaborate with youth programs and marketing teams to promote arts offerings and grow participation
Develop and manage program budgets, class schedules, and registration processes
Foster a positive and supportive environment that encourages creativity, teamwork, and personal growth in every participant
Executes strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA
Provides input towards the development of program and/or branch budgets as requested by management
Hires, trains, and supervises hourly staff and volunteers in assigned area
Manages payroll for program team
Facilitates communication and provides leadership to assigned part time staff
Aids in the branch community campaign as needed
Assures compliance with state and local regulations
Ensures that program and Association standards are met, and safety procedures are followed
Ensures execution of high-quality programs through innovative program delivery
Coordinates special events and activities as required for the program
Provides data, rosters, schedules, and reports as required for assigned programs
Interfaces with and resolves member concerns to further member engagement
Establishes and maintains collaborations with community organizations
Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2-3 years of experience directing theater productions, teaching arts-based programs, or managing creative arts initiatives
Experience with stage production, technical elements, and performance management
Availability to work evenings and weekends during the program year and extended hours during the summer camp season
Experience directing programs through supervision of volunteers and staff
Previous experience with diverse populations
Must be fluent in spoken and written English
Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Preferred
Two-year college degree or equivalent experience preferred
YMCA Team Leader certification preferred
Benefits
Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
Employee Assistance Program
Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
Career development and paid training
Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
Company
YMCA of Greater Brandywine
YMCA of Greater Brandywine is an association of eight YMCAs that offer life-changing programs for children, families and adults.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bertram L. Lawson II
President & CEO
Rachel Firkser, CPA, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
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