Director of Theatre
Overview
Community School of the Arts (CSA) is a non-profit arts education organization serving children and youth in the
visual and performing arts. CSA provides high-quality instruction in music, theatre, dance, and visual art to children and youth of all ages
and levels. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and empower students for service and leadership through artistic excellence.
In
August of 2024 CSA moved into its new Arkansas Center for the Creative Arts, a 40,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility
located on a stunning 10-acre campus on Fort Smith’s beautiful Riverfront. The facility houses both CSA and the newly created performing and
visual arts public high school called the Institute for the Creative Arts. This first-of-a-kind Center in Arkansas is the “hub” of arts
activities for children and youth in Arkansas and Oklahoma reaching a population of some 600,000.
As we continue to build our
reputation of excellence in the arts, and continue to develop programs, we are seeking an outstanding leader to serve as the Director of
Theatre in our after-school Community Arts Connection program. This individual will further develop the entire theatre program and
serve as the Director for all children and teen shows, camps, and other activities. Creativity, innovation, and passion are at the core of
this position.
The ideal candidate will have experience building and leading a theatre program with emphasis in musical theatre as
well as recruit and teach students from very young through high school. In addition, the candidate will have experience working with
parents. The candidate will have a background in theatre with emphasis in musical theatre. The Director will possess excellent communication
and leadership skills and will serve as the face of the theatre program. The candidate must be able to network with the community and
identify potential families for the program.
Requirements
- A minimum bachelor’s degree in theatre or theatre
education, master’s preferred, with credits in vocal music instruction - A minimum of 3 years of teaching with a focus on children
- Team builder, highly organized and possessing excellent customer service/communication skills
- Dynamic and energetic
leadership qualities - Ability to collaborate and involve community partners
Responsibilities
- Be
responsible for parent engagement and recruitment and retention of students - Direct multiple theatre companies divided into ages
- Oversee a team of instructors and technical staff
- Develop classes, camps, and other activities as the need arises
Salary/Benefits
12 Month contract depending upon enrollment and interests
Competitive, based on
experience and qualifications
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation time
Start Date: July 2026/Open until filled.
Send vita, unofficial transcripts, and contact info for three references to:
Dr. Rosilee Russell, Executive Director Rosilee.russell@csafortsmith.org
