Position: School Partnerships and Programs Manager

Department: Education & Engagement

Reports to: Director of Education & Engagement

Classification: Regular, Full-time, Non-exempt   

Compensation: 32.63/Hour

Grade: 25

Posting Date: 1/21/2026

Application Review Begins: Immediately

Preferred Start Date: 2/15/2026

Position Summary:

The School Programs Manager oversees SCT’s school workshops and residency programs for grades PreK–12 through the Education & Engagement Department. This role leads curriculum development, manages the booking process, and cultivates relationships with school partners. They also supervise and schedule Teaching Artists, support education-related events, and manage the School Programs & Field Trips Coordinator.

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, Operations, & Administration:

• In partnership with the Director of Education & Engagement, select, develop, and expand annual School Partnerships and Program offerings
• Manages the One&Five Program, including communications, processes, and reporting
• Establish systems, timelines, and accountability structures that enable the Field Trip Coordinator to independently manage day-to-day field trip operations.
• Develop, evaluate, and refine curricula for workshops and residencies through a culturally responsive and inclusive lens, ensuring quality, consistency, and alignment with organizational values.
• Develop and monitor work plans to ensure timely residency and workshop programming launches and smooth program operations.
• Engage in teaching skills within programming when needed.
• Develop, manage, and maintain programmatic operations, including educator events, school tours, workshops, residencies, and after school production programs.
• Collect, track, and report program data, evaluations, and participant feedback.
• Respond to escalated school partner concerns in a timely and supportive manner.

Budgeting & Revenue Management

• Oversee and maintain operational budgets, including budget planning, tracking, forecasting, and reporting for both school programs and field trips.
• Manage revenue goals for school programs and field trips.
• Oversee and negotiation contracts and invoices for schools or other educational partner organizations.

Community & Partnerships

• Cultivate and maintain authentic relationships with schools and educational partner organizations, guest artisans, students, educators, and teaching artists.
• Represent SCT at field events, conferences, and education programming.
• Collaborate with development and marketing teams to support program visibility and impact.

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 programming.
• In partnership with the Emerging Professional Program Manager, support/oversee the hiring and scheduling of summer interns.
• Manage and support the School Programs and Field Trips Coordinator, including work scheduling, performance feedback, and professional development.
• Support Teaching Artist and Guest Artist hiring, on boarding, communication, scheduling, and assignment and/or artist 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 tasks and projects 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 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 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, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The role requires on-site presence during all Drama School and School Partnership programs, which may include Saturdays during the school year and occasional evenings as needed. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required to support community and fundraising events and/or 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- $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/ . The position will remain open until filled. If you need accomodations 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.