Education Job
I know a lot of people who are getting education degrees are looking for jobs and I just got this email so I figured I'd let you all know about it:
Position Available 4/25/08 - For Immediate Hire
MANAGER, EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apollo Theater Academy
Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc.
The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. was established in 1991 as a not-for-profit organization dedicated to
the preservation and development of the historic Apollo Theater. The Apollo’s Education & Community
Outreach programs extend the Theater’s commitment to enhancing the life of the community through
programs that engage children, adults, schools, families, artists, and community-based organizations
with offerings in three distinct areas: Career Development; School Programs; and Community Outreach.
The Education Programs Manager will oversee the Apollo Theater Academy, (ATA), a suite of career and
youth development programs operating out of the Apollo’s Programming Department.
ATA programs include:
In-School Seminars - Project-based career exploration workshops that take place on-site at high
schools throughout the tri-state region.
Summer Internship Program – Training in administrative and managerial careers in theater for
high school juniors and seniors.
Saturday Workshop Series - Hands-on training in technical stage production for NYC high school
students.
Career Day at the Apollo - Events highlighting professions in the performing arts, film and media
industries.
Responsibilities:
The ATA Manager is the primary liaison between students, schools, instructors, Apollo Theater staff,
guest presenters and community partners. The Manager insures that all activities and entities are
operating within the goals and guidelines of the program. Other responsibilities include:
- Oversight of program curriculum, planning and documentation;
- Outreach to students, schools and community organizations;
- Recruitment and interviews of Summer Interns and Saturday Workshop Series applicants;
- Ongoing assessment of workshops, instructors and students;
- Facilitation of meetings;
- Coordinating and distributing program materials;
- Supervision of Summer Interns and instructional staff;
The Manager reports to the Apollo’s Director of Education.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate is a proactive will have at least 5 years experience in youth development and in arts
education management.
• Bachelor’s degree in the arts or education.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience preparing and managing budgets and schedules.
• Knowledge of the performing arts, particularly music and/or theater, desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working in out-of-school time programs.
• Experience working in an office environment and knowledge of business protocol.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a range of personalities.
• Previous experience working effectively with youth in career, leadership and personal development.
• Experience creating and implementing lesson plans.
• Knowledge of educational training and professional development modalities.
• Familiarity with the NYC arts and cultural community and the NYC school system.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Schedule:
This is a full–time position. Some weekend hours will be required for certain programming activities and
events.
To Apply
Forward resume with cover letter and a writing sample to:
Apollo Theater Foundation
Attn: Human Resources
253 West 125th Street
New York, NY 10027
email: [email protected]
Please include job title in subject line
Position Available 4/25/08 - For Immediate Hire
MANAGER, EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apollo Theater Academy
Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc.
The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. was established in 1991 as a not-for-profit organization dedicated to
the preservation and development of the historic Apollo Theater. The Apollo’s Education & Community
Outreach programs extend the Theater’s commitment to enhancing the life of the community through
programs that engage children, adults, schools, families, artists, and community-based organizations
with offerings in three distinct areas: Career Development; School Programs; and Community Outreach.
The Education Programs Manager will oversee the Apollo Theater Academy, (ATA), a suite of career and
youth development programs operating out of the Apollo’s Programming Department.
ATA programs include:
In-School Seminars - Project-based career exploration workshops that take place on-site at high
schools throughout the tri-state region.
Summer Internship Program – Training in administrative and managerial careers in theater for
high school juniors and seniors.
Saturday Workshop Series - Hands-on training in technical stage production for NYC high school
students.
Career Day at the Apollo - Events highlighting professions in the performing arts, film and media
industries.
Responsibilities:
The ATA Manager is the primary liaison between students, schools, instructors, Apollo Theater staff,
guest presenters and community partners. The Manager insures that all activities and entities are
operating within the goals and guidelines of the program. Other responsibilities include:
- Oversight of program curriculum, planning and documentation;
- Outreach to students, schools and community organizations;
- Recruitment and interviews of Summer Interns and Saturday Workshop Series applicants;
- Ongoing assessment of workshops, instructors and students;
- Facilitation of meetings;
- Coordinating and distributing program materials;
- Supervision of Summer Interns and instructional staff;
The Manager reports to the Apollo’s Director of Education.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate is a proactive will have at least 5 years experience in youth development and in arts
education management.
• Bachelor’s degree in the arts or education.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience preparing and managing budgets and schedules.
• Knowledge of the performing arts, particularly music and/or theater, desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working in out-of-school time programs.
• Experience working in an office environment and knowledge of business protocol.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a range of personalities.
• Previous experience working effectively with youth in career, leadership and personal development.
• Experience creating and implementing lesson plans.
• Knowledge of educational training and professional development modalities.
• Familiarity with the NYC arts and cultural community and the NYC school system.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Schedule:
This is a full–time position. Some weekend hours will be required for certain programming activities and
events.
To Apply
Forward resume with cover letter and a writing sample to:
Apollo Theater Foundation
Attn: Human Resources
253 West 125th Street
New York, NY 10027
email: [email protected]
Please include job title in subject line
