Senior Specialist, Theater

We are seeking a Senior Specialist, Theater to lead the design, refinement, and execution of a multi-year K–12 theater program across the Success Academy network.

About the Role

The Senior Specialist, Theater will report to the Program Manager, Theater, and will be responsible for developing rigorous instructional materials and executing large-scale performing arts events.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Rigorous Curricula: Develop a culturally relevant K–12 theater curriculum aligned with National Core Arts Standards.
• Coach Teachers and Monitor Quality: Observe classrooms, analyze scholar work, and deliver feedback to elevate teaching practices.
• Execute Network Events: Manage logistics, rehearsal schedules, staging, and material tracking for network-wide events.
• Facilitate Professional Development: Co-lead training sessions with the Program Manager to upskill Theater educators.
• Support Hiring and Talent Growth: Partner with Talent Acquisition to screen, interview, and onboard top-tier performing arts educators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.F.A. or B.A.) in Theater or a related performing arts discipline.
• Proven track record as a successful theater educator with experience building high-performing arts programs.
• Foundational proficiency across acting, dance, music, or technical theater.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, possession of a valid driver’s license, and willingness to support occasional weekend events.

Competencies

• Pedagogical Expertise: Translates progressive theatrical concepts into structured instructional materials.
• Operational Excellence: Organizes complex event logistics with precision and attention to detail.
• Feedback Agility: Actively seeks and acts upon feedback to drive program improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Builds strong working relationships across school leadership, faculty, and network operational teams.

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

• Day-One Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a free One Medical membership and confidential mental health support.
• Financial Security: 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match, up to $2,400/year in employer HSA contributions, and employer-paid life/disability insurance.
• Time to Recharge: Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Perks & Stipends: A $50/month cellphone stipend, pre-tax commuter benefits, backup family care, and performance-based earning incentives.

This is a hybrid position based in our NYC Financial District office, requiring in-office presence Tuesday through Thursday with remote work on Mondays and Fridays.