The Charles River Creative Arts Program (CRCAP), a summer day program of the Charles River School in Dover, Massachusetts, was founded in 1970 to provide an environment in which young people could pursue and develop an interest in the arts. Students pick their own schedule from a wide range of classes in the visual and performing arts as well as sports and writing. At CRCAP, young people can pursue current interests or investigate new areas of endeavor. We offer two four-week sessions for children ages 8 to 15 with approximately 275 students attending each of the two sessions. Visit our website (www.crcap.org) to learn more and view a video of this extraordinary program. Director of CRCAP and Community Programs
The Director is responsible for the artistic oversight and direction of CRCAP as well as the day-to-day management of all aspects of the program. Also the Director is responsible for the management of additional Charles River School Community Programs implemented both during the summer and throughout the school year. The Director reports directly to the Head of School; the Business Office staff and the school's senior administrators also serve as resources to the Director. The Director of CRCAP and Summer Programs will be a member of the school's administrative Leadership Team. Given the talents and experience of the new Director, he/she may also be teaching or directing as a faculty member in the school year's educational program.
CRCAP Responsibilities:
Responsible for overall design of program including format, content, style, and theme
Recruit, retain and hire CRCAP seasonal staff (approximately 75 people)
Responsible for staff training, supervision and evaluation
Work collaboratively with and supervise the Administrative Assistant/Associate Director/Assistant Director (individual to be hired and title/responsibilities to be determined)
Develop and manage annual budget ($1.2 million) in collaboration with the Business Office & Head of School
Determine annual class offerings (approximately 135) in Art, Dance, Drama, Gymnastics, Music, Media, Sports, Writing, Photography, and Textiles and others to be determined
Design the daily course schedule and collaborate with staff in creating the Arts Festival programs and schedules
Maintain a commitment to diversity (cultural, racial, and socio-economic) with the student and staff population
Design and recruit for the guest artists program
Serve as a resource to all staff regarding teaching issues and challenges
Meet the needs of individual students who may need guidance and support, and assist all students to be successful members of the summer community
Set standards, expectations and tone within CRCAP community for all staff and students
Collaborate with school administrators and educators to ensure the school's mission and educational philosophy inform decisions regarding CRCAP
Working with the Director of Development, take leadership role and responsibility for cultivation and fundraising activities
Provide leadership for and serve on the CRCAP Advisory Committee
Community Programs Responsibilities
In addition to CRCAP, the school is interested in creating and offering a variety of other programs for present families, alumni, friends of the school and CRCAP, as well as for the public, during the summer time, the school year, and during vacations.
Design, promote, deliver, oversee, and evaluate all existing summer Community Programs including programs in soccer, technology, academics, and daytrips, etc. planned for the summer.
Promote and coordinate school year Community Programs including gym use, Tennis Club membership, vacation programs, and other school facility use by external partners
Seek new program opportunities and partnerships that serve the local community, elevate the visibility of the school, and extend the school's mission throughout the year
Develop program budgets with the Business Office, manage revenue and expenses, and ensure profitability of all programs
Recruit, hire, train, and supervise all Community Program staff
Annually seek and analyze input from campers, families, and staff regarding the quality of their program experience
Desired Qualifications
This is a full-time twelve-month position that includes vacation time. Charles River School seeks candidates with the following qualifications:
Minimum of five to seven years successful leadership experience in an arts program
Masters degree in related field
Demonstrated commitment to and experience with arts education for children
Strong educational experience in the arts
Creative talent, positive energy, and collaborative working style
Strong oral and written communication skills
Experience in program development
Effective financial modeling, budget development and analysis skills
Experience working with diverse populations of children and adults
Experience marketing and fundraising desirable
Current understanding of the summer programming landscape desirable
Experience in arts program modeled after Charles River Creative Arts Program desirable
Charles River School actively seeks candidates who represent diversity.
To Apply:
Send resumes and letter of interest highlighting your qualifications and experience to:
Catherine Gately, Head of School
Charles River School
PO Box 339
Dover, MA 02030-0339 cgately@charlesriverschool.org
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