Position: Adrienne Dillard-Coons Youth Programs Manager

Department: Education & Engagement

Reports to: Adrienne Dillard-Coons Director of Education & Engagement

Classification: Regular, Full-time, Non-exempt   

Compensation: $32.63

Grade: 25

Preferred Start Date: 1/12/2025

Position Summary:

The Adrienne Dillard-Coons Youth Programs Manager leads Seattle Children’s Theatre’s legacy program, the Adrienne Dillard-Coons (ADC) Drama School, within the Education & Engagement Department. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and evaluation of year-round classes, camps, and youth productions, ensuring high-quality, inclusive programming that reflects SCT’s mission and values. The ADC Youth Program Manager oversees program budgets and revenue goals, supervises the Registrar and Coordinator, and hires, schedules, and supports Teaching Artists, guest artist, and seasonal staff. In addition, this role cultivates relationships with families, students, and community partners, collaborates with internal departments to advance program visibility, and contributes to long-term planning and growth of education initiatives.

About SCT:

Seattle Children's Theatre (SCT) has served more than 4 million children since its founding in 1975 through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget Sound region and beyond. Our mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works and theatre education.

SCT is committed to equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion in all areas of our work. We encourage applicants of all races, ethnicities, religions, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, and backgrounds to apply. We value nontraditional career paths and transferable skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  

Program Design & Development

• In partnership with the Director of Education & Engagement, select, develop, and expand annual ADC program offerings.Co-develop, evaluate, and update curriculum for classes, camps, and youth productions through a culturally responsive and inclusive lens.
• Oversee/evaluate curricula, ensuring quality and alignment with organizational values.
• Co-develop and implement Drama School policies and procedures.
• Develop and monitor detail-oriented work plans to ensure timely on-sale launch dates, program deadlines, and smooth program operations.
  

Budgeting & Revenue Management

• Oversee and maintain operational budgets, including budget planning, tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Manage revenue goals for programs and youth productions.
• Oversee contracts and invoices for partnership organizations and/or guest artists.
  

Program Operations & Administration

• Develop, manage, and maintain daily schedules and programmatic operations, including classes, camps, youth production, and extended care.
• Collect, track, and report program data, evaluations, and participant feedback.
•  Set and monitor enrollment goals; analyze trends to inform programming decisions.
• Respond to escalated parent/student concerns in a timely and supportive manner.
  

Community & Partnerships

• Cultivate and maintain authentic relationships with partner organizations, guest artists, students, families, and teaching artists.
• Build and maintain relationships with organizational community stakeholders.
• Represent SCT at field events, conferences, and education programming.
• Collaborate with development and marketing teams to support program visibility, impact, and recruitment.
• Work closely with the Experience Department to ensure a positive, seamless experience for guardians, including identifying opportunities to collect feedback and incorporating it into program planning and improvement.
  

Strategic Alignment & Growth

• Contribute to long-term planning for the Education & Engagement department.
• Identify and pursue new partnership opportunities that align with SCT’s mission and expand the reach of programming.
  

Staffing & Faculty Management

• Hire, onboard, schedule, and support faculty for programs, youth productions, and extended care.
• In partnership with the Emerging Professional Program Manager, support/oversee the hiring and scheduling of summer interns.
• Manage and support the Drama School Registrar and Drama School Coordinator, including scheduling, performance feedback, and professional development.
• Support Teaching Artist and/or Guest Artist hiring, on boarding, communication, scheduling, and assignment agreements.
• Conduct 20–40 annual Teaching Artist evaluations and performance reviews in collaboration with department leadership.
• Approve timecards for faculty and support staff.
  

Organizational Culture & Equity

• Actively participate in equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion (EDAI) initiatives, including staff meetings and training.
• Contribute positively to the organization’s culture, embodying SCT’s mission, vision, and values.
• Adapt to evolving departmental needs by supporting additional projects or programs as required.

Qualifying Skills:

We recognize that experience can come from many places. This reflects our commitment to skills-based hiring, which focuses on a candidate’s ability to perform essential job functions—regardless of whether those skills were developed through formal education, professional experience, community work, or lived experience. If you meet most of the qualifications and are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

Required Skills:

• Relevant field experience in Theatre Education, Arts Administration, and/or Youth Program Management.
• 3–5 years of progressive program management experience in arts education or youth programming, including work with multiple organizations with revenue-based educational programming.
• Experience in curriculum design and evaluation for ages 3.5–18 with an inclusive, culturally responsive approach.
• Proven leadership in hiring, supervising, and supporting staff and teaching artists.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and revenue tracking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; comfort with databases/registration systems.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organized and adaptable; able to manage multiple detail-oriented projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion.

Preferred Skills & Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with Tessitura or similar data management systems.
• Experience with Asana or similar project management systems.
• Familiarity with youth development frameworks and best practices.
• Direct experience teaching or developing theatre curriculum for young people.
• Experience collaborating with marketing and development teams to support program visibility and revenue growth.
• Background in contract and invoice management.
• Knowledge of Seattle’s arts education ecosystem and existing relationships with local community partners.
• Multilingual abilities.
• CPR/First Aid certification.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment: 

SCT will make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility for all employees.

Location:

This position is based at 201 Thomas St, Seattle, WA, in a typical office setting. The role requires on-site presence during all Drama School programs, including Saturdays during the school year and occasional evenings as needed. The site is accessible via public transportation. After a successful 90-day introductory period, this position becomes eligible for one regularly scheduled remote workday per week during the school year. Remote work approval is subject to the needs of the business and must be coordinated in advance with the employee’s supervisor.

Schedule:

This is a full-time, hourly position, typically 40 hours per week. During the school year, the schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. In the summer, the schedule shifts to Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Note that most holidays are often active programming days. When school is out session, programming is hosted and this role is required to support programs. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required to support fundraising events and Opening Nights.

Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance may be discussed as needed.

Tasks May Include:

• Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Using computers, phones, and office equipment.
• Moving printed materials and supplies up to 20 lbs.
• Navigating office space for meetings and collaboration.

Benefits:

• Hourly Pay Range: $32.63 (non-exempt, Grade 25)
• Vacation: 80 hours annually
• Sick Time: 96 hours annually
• Health, Dental, and Vision: Employer-paid coverage
• Retirement: Optional 403(b) plan
• Additional: FSA options, ORCA Passport, discounted parking

SCT uses a transparent, negotiation-free compensation structure to ensure pay equity across roles. Grade levels and pay are based on the scope and responsibilities outlined in each job description.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter through our website at https://www.sct.org/about-us/work-with-us/available-positions/. Applications will be reviewed beginning 11/17/2025 and the position will remain open until filled.

If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact shannont@sct.org.

Additional Information:  

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. 

Seattle Children's Theatre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to building a welcoming workplace for people of all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diversity of thought, background, and identity makes us stronger and enriches our work.