Technical Theater Instructor Position Available In South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Technical Theater Instructor Area Cooperative Educational Services – 3.6 New Haven, CT Job Details Part-time $44.02 – $60.17 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Theater Bachelor of Fine Arts Mid-level Working with high schoolers Master’s degree High school diploma or GED Bachelor’s degree Adobe Premiere Trimble SketchUp Theater Video editing Communication skills Teaching Master of Fine Arts Full Job Description ACES Educational Center for the Arts seeks a dynamic, knowledgeable, and safety-conscious Technical Theatre Instructor to teach and mentor high school students in an arts training environment. The ideal candidate is a multidisciplinary theatre technician and designer with strong teaching skills and experience working with young artists in a collaborative setting. This is a part-time academic year position with some evening hours.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach high school students foundational and advanced skills in technical theatre through hands-on instruction and project-based learning. Supervise and guide students through all aspects of technical production for departmental performances, including design, build, setup, operation, and strike. Maintain a safe working environment in all production and classroom spaces, modeling best practices in tool usage, rigging, and equipment handling. Collaborate with theatre faculty, guest artists, and student designers to support mainstage productions across technical disciplines.

To Apply:

Submit a resume, cover letter, and a portfolio or work samples (if available) via the ACES Careers portal: https://www.aces.org/employment. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. ECA is nestled in the heart of New Haven’s Audubon Arts District and since 1973 has been a leader in fostering the education of emerging artists as they develop their unique voices. High school students from more than 28 school districts statewide attend ECA in the afternoon to study creative writing, dance, music, theatre and visual arts with professional artists. ECA is committed to providing high school students with the experience of studying the fine arts with practicing professional artists, stimulating a life-long curiosity for learning and a passion for the arts. External Candidates please apply online at www.aces.org . Internal candidates should apply via the ” Careers at ACES ” link on Interfaces . EEO/AAE Areas of Proficiency (Instruction & Execution):

Lighting:

Design, programming (ETC Ion, Eos Nomad), and Augment3d visualization; use of conventional and LED instruments.

Sound:

Sound design, live audio mixing (analog and digital consoles), playback (QLab), and basic audio recording/editing.

Video:

Projection design and video editing for performance integration.

Scenic:

Scenic design, carpentry, and shop safety using power tools (table saw, miter saw, router, etc.).

Rigging:

Theatrical rigging with counterweight fly systems.

Stage Management:

Organization, cue calling, and rehearsal support.

Software & Tools:

ETC Ion, Eos Nomad & Augment3d Figure 53 QLab Trimble SketchUp (or comparable design software) Digital Audio Workstations (e.g., Audacity, Reaper) Adobe Premiere Pro (or similar video editing software) Power tools and shop equipment Counterweight fly systems

Qualifications:

BA or BFA in Technical Theatre or related field required; MA or MFA preferred. Proven experience in multiple areas of technical theatre production. Experience working with high school or college-aged students in an educational or mentorship role. Strong organizational and communication skills. Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.