Groton Hill Music Center 122 Old Ayer Road Groton, MA 01450

Website Email Date Posted:

October 20, 2026

Region:

Central Massachusetts Category:

Education/Instruction Type:

Part-Time Broadway Kids Director (Summer Youth Musical)

Description:

Employment Opportunity - 10.16.2026 Broadway Kids Director (Summer Youth Musical)

HOURS:

Part-time in-person, hourly

COMPENSATION

$50-52 per hour, plus a $500 planning stipend

START DATE

Part-time in-person (July 19-23, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM daily, with a Friday performance at 2:00 PM)

LOCATION

Groton Hill Music Center Groton Hill Music Center is the region's premier nonprofit center for outstanding music education, professional performances, and community engagement programs. Our Music School offers lessons in 30+ instruments and voice for all ages in all musical styles with a faculty of 90+ professional teaching artists. We are currently seeking a dynamic Broadway Kids Director to lead our summer youth musical program. This individual will direct, stage, and music-direct a 30-minute mini-musical for children ages 9-12 over an intensive, high-energy one-week program.

PRIMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Oversee auditions, casting, rehearsals, and direction for a 30-minute junior or mini musical. The program takes place over five days and concludes with a live showcase performance on Friday at 2:00 PM. Provide music and vocal instruction, teaching vocal parts, harmonies, timing, and dynamic expression appropriate for performers ages 9 to 12. Develop and teach age-appropriate blocking, staging, and choreography that highlights each student's abilities and ensures full participation. Maintain structured, positive, and inclusive rehearsals to foster creativity, teamwork, confidence, and discipline throughout the 6.5-hour program days. Collaborate with the Summer Programs administrative team to coordinate staging and performance logistics to ensure a seamless Friday showcase. Director will have to oversee interns and work closely with the music director on programmatic goals and overall production. Groton Hill Music School faculty members are responsible for: 1) inspiring and sharing their love of music with their students; 2) setting a high bar for students' levels of technical skill and musicality; and 3) clearly communicating expectations and working toward shared goals. Groton Hill offers many ancillary benefits to our faculty members, including a variety of paid professional performance opportunities and funding for professional development (by application). Timeliness and reliability, as well as strong communication practices with both students/families and school staff, are essential. This position could lead to other teaching opportunities at Groton Hill in the future.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Music Education, Musical Theatre, Performing Arts, or a related field. Background as an elementary to middle school music educator with demonstrated success in classroom management and youth vocal/musical instruction. Minimum of 3+ years of experience working directly with youth ages 9-12 in an educational or theatrical setting. Proven track record of directing or music-directing youth musical theatre productions.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Laura Altenor, Community Engagement and Summer Programs Manager, atlaltenor@grotonhill.org. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.

Non-Discrimination Policy:

Groton Hill Music Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable law in its admissions, education programs, activities, hiring practices, or employment policies.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Music Education, Musical Theatre, Performing Arts, or a related field. Background as an elementary to middle school music educator with demonstrated success in classroom management and youth vocal/musical instruction. Minimum of 3+ years of experience working directly with youth ages 9-12 in an educational or theatrical setting. Proven track record of directing or music-directing youth musical theatre productions.

How To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Laura Altenor, Community Engagement and Summer Programs Manager, atlaltenor@grotonhill.org. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.

Apply by:

December 15, 2026

Salary:

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Organization:

Groton Hill Music is a thriving regional non-profit center for music education, performance, and community engagement. One of only a few organizations in the U.S. that combines a music school, professional symphony orchestra, diverse concert series featuring stellar touring artists, and high-impact music philanthropy, Groton Hill Music serves tens of thousands of music lovers in our region and beyond. We believe that music inspires both our hearts and minds, encourages the growth of the whole person, and is integral to the lives of everyone we serve. Our mission is to share the transformative power of music through teaching, performing, and giving music generously when there is need. Groton Hill Music Center includes a 1,000-seat concert hall; a 300-seat concert hall; associated amenities; 35 rehearsal, teaching, ensemble, and community spaces; state-of-the-art acoustics; dynamic architecture; and lawn seating for outdoor concerts. Groton Hill Music is a regional gathering place for the highest quality music education programs and professional performances in all genres of music. Groton Hill Music does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable law in its admissions, educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Learn more at www.grotonhill.org. Back to Search Results Other listings by this Org Home