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The Holton-Arms School seeks a collaborative, flexible, and enthusiastic Theater Manager, Technical Director, and Production Technology/Theatrical Design Teacher to join our vibrant Fine and Performing Arts (FPA) Department for the 2026-27 school year.

About Holton-Arms School

Founded in 1901, Holton-Arms School is a nationally recognized independent school for girls in grades 3–12 that encourages young women to approach the world with curiosity, courage, and a sense of responsibility to use their talents for the greater good. Rooted in a long legacy of excellence and guided by future-forward thinking, Holton offers a vibrant, purpose-driven learning environment where students, faculty, and staff bring deep engagement, spirit, and passion to their work.

The mission of the Holton-Arms School is to cultivate the unique potential of young women through the education not only of the mind, but of the soul and spirit. Students are scholars, artists, and athletes who find their voices, take risks, learn from challenges, and build lifelong friendships—embodying the school’s motto, Inveniam viam aut faciam (“I will find a way or make one”). 

We seek applicants from diverse backgrounds, talents, and interests who share our passion for helping girls learn, grow, and thrive. Together, we are committed to cultivating the leaders of tomorrow who will make a positive impact on their communities and the world.

Position Overview

The Holton-Arms School seeks a collaborative, flexible, and enthusiastic Theater Manager, Technical Director, and Production Technology/Theatrical Design Teacher to join our robust Fine and Performing Arts team. Holton offers opportunities in all aspects of performance and production. There are opportunities to act, direct, stage manage, and design for small and large-scale dramatic productions. There is equal respect for student contributions in all areas of theater; the technician is celebrated to the same degree as the actor. Curricular study in drama occurs both during the school day and after school through rehearsals and tech work.

Students exploring acting through classes and performances learn to use their voices, bodies, and imagination to create clear characters and collaborate in the story-telling process. An emphasis is placed on ensemble, interaction, and expression. Students explore diverse dramatic literature and also participate in improvisation and devising work. 

Students involved in technical theater learn the basic skills, tools, and techniques for creating scenery, properties, lighting, sound, and costumes. An emphasis is placed on learning the safety standards and practices utilized within a working theater and scene shop as well as studying theatre vocabulary, backstage procedures and theater etiquette.

Key Responsibilities

This position has three overarching components and responsibilities:

Theater Manager: Maintain and oversee all Fine and Performing Arts spaces and equipment.

• Oversee the safe and smooth operation of all performing arts spaces, including Lewis Theater, Beebe Black Box Theater, dressing rooms, green room, control booths, storage spaces, and costume & scene shops.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and system checks for sound, lighting, rigging, and staging equipment.
• Maintain, organize, and repair all technical equipment and ensure spaces are ready for use by student, faculty, and external partners.
• Manage inventory and recommend new purchases; coordinate with Facilities and IT as needed.
• Develop and monitor budget for operations and equipment of theaters and associated spaces in partnership with the Director of FPA and FPA Program Coordinator.
• Schedule events in performance spaces in coordination with the Director of FPA and other school departments.
• Arrange lighting plot and single microphone sound system for regular morning assemblies.
• Prepare performance spaces for Creative Summer programming, including inventory, documentation, and cleanliness.
• Maintain clean, organized construction and storage areas.
• Keep abreast of the latest trends in technical lighting, sound, and staging. Recommend purchases to the Director of FPA as appropriate.

Technical Director: Manage technical and production elements for all performances and events.

• Serve as Technical Director for all school productions and major events (e.g., assemblies, concerts, open houses, Commencement and other All-School events).
• Design and oversee technical elements (scenery, lighting, sound, projection) in collaboration with event and ensemble directors.
• Supervise student and adult crew members during design and build processes.
• Provide technical support for events hosted by school departments or external groups.

Instructional Responsibilities: Teach Middle and Upper School courses focused on technical theater and stagecraft.

• Teach Production Technology courses in the Dance & Drama Department
  • Middle School Production Technology
  • Upper School Performance Production Technology
  • Advanced Production and Design
  • 2D and 3D CAD

Additional Responsibilities

• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for students.
• Attend departmental and division meetings as needed.
• Participate in school life beyond the classroom (e.g., club sponsorship, chaperoning).
• Support and collaborate with colleagues and administrators across divisions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; Bachelors in Fine Arts or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• Professional experience as a Theater Manager and Technical Director.
• Demonstrated experience teaching production technology and design, and working with student ushers and crews.
• Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and safely.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software, including Google Suite.
• Commitment to girls’ education and the mission of Holton-Arms School.
• Capacity to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment, move scenery, and climb ladders.
• Coaching experience is a plus. Priority varsity coaching opportunities include Basketball, Soccer, and Lacrosse.
• Commitment to the institution's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging mission.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Holton-Arms cherishes the uniqueness of each of our members including current and former students, faculty, and staff. We seek to create an inclusive environment that sees, values, and supports diverse identities and experiences, cultivates engaging discourse, and empowers our students to be thriving members of the global community. At Holton-Arms, each of us is responsible for fostering an equitable, respectful, and just community.

Compensation and Benefits

The average salary range for this position is $70,000.00 – $100,000.00, the exact salary to be determined based on education and experience.  We use a step scale to determine teacher salary. Additional stipends are available for coaching, certain club sponsorship and significant commitments outside of the classroom. Benefits include health insurance with a generous employer contribution to medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurance; 403b retirement savings with an employer match and non-elective contribution; employee assistance program, tuition remission for eligible children; professional development opportunities; paid parental leave after one year of employment; paid sick and personal days; and lunch is provided on school days.

Application Details

To be considered for this position, candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and the names of three references.