Village Community School seeks to hire a part-time (50%) Assistant Drama Director. Start Date: February 2, 2026-June 11, 2026 (typically 10-month school year-Late August-June)

Salary Range: $39,000-$71,250

All prospective candidates should send a cover letter and resume to hr@vcs-nyc.org.

Position Overview:

The Assistant Drama Director works in close partnership with the Drama Director to support the artistic, social, and emotional growth of middle school students throughout the rehearsal and performance process. Grounded in collaboration, flexibility, and care for young adolescents, this role helps create a theater experience that is joyful, inclusive, and developmentally responsive. The Assistant Drama Director supports rehearsals, student performers, and production logistics while modeling creativity, empathy, clear communication, and strong classroom management. This position requires high energy, enthusiasm, a sense of humor, and a genuine love of theater and performance. The ideal candidate is a confident problem solver and creative visionary who is willing to jump into all aspects of production, from casting and blocking to set design and post-show cleanup, and who plays a crucial role in supporting student behavior, redirecting as needed, reinforcing positive choices, and communicating effectively with VCS families. This role is as logistical as it is creative, requiring flexibility, presence, and a deep commitment to student growth. A related degree and/or experience working with children in a drama program are preferred.

Hours:

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
• Tuesday 12:45-6:00 p.m.
• Included in the 50% FTE is extended hours during pre- and post-show prep/breakdown, mandatory rehearsal weeks, and evening and all-school assembly performances (may include some Fridays)

Key Responsibilities:

Rehearsal & Performance Support

• Work closely with the Drama Director to achieve the vision for the Fall Play & Spring Musical
• Pre-production planning, audition preparation, casting, etc.
• Assist with rehearsals by helping run warm-ups, small group work, blocking, line practice, etc.
• Assist with dress rehearsal, performances, set installation and load out, strike, etc.
• Supervise our student-led Design Crew & Stage Crew 
• Work closely with students to design & construct sets, costumes, props, etc.
• Work closely with fellow VCS staff to create, design, and produce all needs of the show
• Work closely with students as part of the Stage Crew during tech, dress rehearsals and all performances, including backstage support and student supervision

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with the Drama Director to align vision, expectations, and student needs
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with students, faculty, staff, and families
• Collaborate with technical, music, and production teams as needed
• Share observations about student progress, challenges, or successes with the Drama Director

Community & Care

• Model kindness, patience, and flexibility in high energy or high stress moments
• Support a theater culture that is student led and rooted in teamwork, responsibility, and joy
• Uphold school values related to respect, inclusion, and belonging
• Help ensure that safety protocols and school expectations are always followed

• Be ready and on time for all rehearsals

• Enforce and maintain a safe and calm classroom environment

• Maintaining discretion and confidentiality in all matters

Mission Statement

Village Community School develops self-motivated students who value the challenging and rewarding process of learning as an integral part of life. We choose to be a diverse community where equity, creativity and critical thinking are essential to the rigorous education we provide. Our graduates are skilled and confident, able to advocate for themselves and others. They are well prepared for high school and for their futures in an increasingly complex and dynamic world.

Diversity Statement

Village Community School is strengthened and enriched by the diversity of our students, families and staff. We are committed to cultivating intellectual, social and emotional growth in an inclusive environment where diverse experiences and perspectives are essential to the rigorous education we provide.

WHO WE ARE

Village Community School opened its doors to students in September 1970. To this day, VCS continues to be a leader in K-8 education. At VCS, our structure and program spur young minds to seek patterns and connections between subject matter, deepening understanding while fueling the curiosity that creates self-motivated critical thinkers. Exciting epiphanies happen every day at VCS. Our curriculum prepares students for a complex, interconnected world.

The K-8 years are critically important to a child’s academic and social development. At VCS, we devote all of our resources to helping students establish an unabashed love of learning and resilient self-confidence that will serve them well for a lifetime. We take our students seriously. We know how sophisticated young minds can be when offered opportunities to tackle the big questions and stretch beyond typical expectations. Our K-8 structure also provides many opportunities for students to be leaders. They best demonstrate what it means to value and encourage each other, developing rewarding relationships across age groups based on trust and mutual reliance.

About Village Community School

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