NCE art-Time Technical Director Summer 2025 Theater Camp

Department: Newton Community Education

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): 

Reports to:  Summer Program Coordinator. 

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Technical Director Job Description

The Technical Director (TD) oversees the design of this program for middle and high schoolers. The TD supervises young people, ages 8-16, plans and runs daily activities, assists in promoting the program and more, to create a top-notch experience. The TD is passionate about kids' experiences while at the program; organized, flexible and able to problem-solve; calm under pressure; effective supervisors of young people; and experienced in keeping young people safe while engaging in technical theater work.  

About Newton Community Education

Our mission is to build a strong, inclusive community through learning, enrichment, and connection. We are a self-sustaining arm of the Newton Public Schools, are dedicated to lifelong learning and are committed to providing access for all youth of all abilities, races, language backgrounds and income levels.

Qualifications & Qualities

• Experience engaging and supervising young people ages 9-16, preferably in a recreational setting 
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of all aspects involved in technical theater, including construction, lighting equipment, rigging and sound
• Experience managing students with behavioral needs, and skills to intervene directly when necessary to offer a strength-based, empathic approach 
• Experience working with students with neurodivergence and other disabilities 
• Ability to foresee safety risks and implement proactive practices to keep students safe. 
• Proven ability to develop & implement successful operational processes and procedures, preferably in the context of school and/or camps. 
• An inclusive mindset and commitment to engaging all enrolled students regardless of background, level of experience, English language ability, etc.
• Keen attention to detail 
• Excellent problem-solving & communication skills
• Consistent, reliable and punctual 
• Positive, collaborative, and flexible

Essential Job Duties 

Young People and Program

• Actively work to support NCE’s mission and values 
• Plan and program age-appropriate content matter and activities in line with content advertised in the description for the relevant program.  The program should have clear learning objectives and the activities of each lesson should be planned in advance to meet those objectives 
• Prepare materials necessary for the course and each class, including preparing and garnering approval for a materials budget if applicable. 
• Attend a pre-camp meeting with Newton North Theatre Ink Staff 
• Monitor Tech Week rehearsals, in order to supervise and assist in the technical aspects of the show
• Attend production strike at close of the run of the show
• Supervise and assist, as needed, with set construction and management
• Technically direct 3 evening performances during the final week of camp 
• Use intentional activities and language to foster a sense of belonging and community within the group
• Ensure students leave with an enriched understanding and sense of enthusiasm 
• Actively recruit young people for the program 
• Attend NCE summer staff orientation June 21st (provided school is out) and any other planning meetings leading up to the program 
• Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the program each day, and stay until the last young person is picked up. 

      Budget 

• Track spending for needed materials; submit advanced requests for materials needed; provide appropriate documentation for reimbursement requests 

Safety and Procedures

• Supervise students during the program and ensure their safety
• Be familiar with NCE instructor handbook; ensure that regulations and NCE policies, including protocols for check-in, drop-off and attendance, are faithfully followed by attendees and staff
• Work with Summer Program Coordinator around cell phone policy for participants while attending the program
• Review medical/allergy information for all attendees; check in with families in advance to make an appropriate plan; ensure medical/allergy needs are adequately and confidentially addressed at camp 
• Support students with special needs as communicated by NCE office staff
• Support staff and volunteers (if applicable) with student behavioral issues and intervene directly when necessary to offer a strength-based, empathic approach
• Timely and appropriate communication, including documentation of incidents and accidents, with Summer Program Coordinator, and NCE Central Staff 
• Seek assistance of Summer Program Coordinator and/or NCE Central Staff as appropriate
• Oversee respectful use of NPS facilities

Requirements

• Ability to commit to full duration of work 
• Proficient in Google Docs and Sheets
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR obtained no later than June 2024
• Clean CORI/SORI/fingerprint background check 
• Able to quickly navigate around buildings and outdoor areas 
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs

FTE: Part time (about 20 hours per week July 7-August 1, 2025).  30-35 hours August 4-8 (performance week).  

Salary: 

$40/hour

Salary : $40