Playhouse Jr. Lead Instructor and Administrative Assistant

The Vagabond School of the Drama, Inc. dba Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of North Carolina, enriches lives through the art of theatre by nurturing talent, inspiring creativity, and encouraging growth. Founded in 1952 by the Vagabond Players the mission of Flat Rock Playhouse builds on the Vagabond legacy of excellence in production, education, life-long learning, and a unique family bond that extends to its community of patrons, supporters, and partners –the Vagabond family spirit. Flat Rock Playhouse is a 501(c) (3) non-profit charitable organization.

Job Title: Playhouse Jr. Lead Instructor and Administrative Assistant

Pay Type: Full-Time Hourly with Benefits 

Expected Annual Salary Range: $40K - $50K depending on experience

Status: Non-Exempt

Hours: 40 hours minimum expected; schedule will vary; overtime must be pre-approved by the manager.

Department: Education 

Supervisor(s): Director of Education  

Prepared date: January 8, 2025

Start Date: May 19, 2025

Summary: 

The Playhouse Jr. Playhouse Jr. Lead Instructor and Administrative Assistant will serve under Flat Rock Playhouse’s  (FRP) two education divisions: classes/outreach and education programming/productions. The  Playhouse Jr. Lead Instructor and Administrative Assistant is responsible for furthering the goals and strategic vision of Flat  Rock Playhouse’s educational initiatives while helping to maintain prudent fiscal accountability.  Areas of accountability include classroom instruction, day-to-day education administrative needs, teaching seasonal and summer camps, and assisting in the creation and management of ongoing education programming, educational productions, and new education initiatives/outreach. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

Classes/Outreach -Under the direction of the Education Director provide administrative departmental support,  including but not limited to: 

• Assisting in the creation and distribution of class and camp marketing to develop copy and content for public-facing messaging surrounding education programs for platforms such as the Playhouse Jr. website, flyers, emails, etc. 

• Assisting with Parent/family/patron communications. 

• Assist with the creation and maintenance of student paperwork for classes, workshops, etc. 

• Developing and maintaining partnerships with outside organizations. 

• Assist in maintaining and managing classroom and performance spaces. 

• Work with the Director of Education to staff to maintain class rosters and student information. 

• Assist in the planning and implementation of outreach classes and workshops with  community organizations and/or schools. 

• Serve as a teaching artist for classes, workshops and camps. Curriculum will be  determined on Education Program Manager’s skills and availability.

• Provide support as needed for student pick up and drop off during in-person programs. 

• Assist the Education Director with preparation and management of annual  classes/outreach budgets as needed. 

• Work with other departmental staff to ensure the success of education classes and  outreach. 

Programming/Productions: 

• Work in partnership with the Director of Education to organize, manage and execute  Educational Programming Initiatives, including but not limited to: Playhouse Jr.  Productions  and any future projects to be determined. 

• Develop copy and content for public-facing messaging surrounding education programs  for platforms such as the Playhouse Jr. website, flyers, emails, etc. 

• Help manage Educational Programs and Initiatives including but is not limited to: 

  • Direct and Co-create Education Program content as needed; such as Playhouse Jr. content. 

  • In partnership with community partners and/or school personnel, create and  manage tour schedules for Playhouse Jr. Productions as needed. 

Apprentice Program:

• Teach classes/workshops to Apprentices as needed and benefits schedule. 

• Direct Sandburg productions as needed. 

Additional Responsibilities include:  

• Park required parking shifts during MainStage productions along with other Full-Time staff as required.  

• Attend Staff meetings as required. 

• Attend FRP Production Meetings as required. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

The Playhouse Jr. Lead Instructor and Administrative Assistant is expected to: 

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in training opportunities when available and able. Training that affects work at Flat Rock Playhouse house must be pre-approved. 

• Act in accordance with company policy, and represent the organization professionally and appropriately when on duty and off.

• Assist in fostering a professional and positive work environment. 

• Any outside work or jobs that conflict with scheduled Flat Rock Playhouse work must be  pre-approved by the Artistic Director and/or Education Director. 

Skills and Knowledge Required: 

• Ability to lead through a lens of equity, cultural awareness, and sensitivity.

• Ability to work with diverse personalities and workgroups including outside educational  institutions and youth of all ages to adults. 

• Can comfortably lift 50 lbs. 

• Stand on-your-feet for several hours at a time. 

• Submit to and pass a background check. 

Schedule 

• 40 hours expected per week, schedule will vary. Employee will be required to maintain a  presence on property during the week. 

• Weeknight availability during the year for after-school classes. Weekday availability during the summer for summer camps.  

• Weekend availability as needed.

Education and/or Experience required: