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Brighter Boston School and Community Partnerships Manager
About the Role
We’re looking for a passionate, organized, and community-driven School and Community Partnerships Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who is excited to teach technical production skills, build relationships, and strengthen career pathway connections for young adults. You’ll work closely with the Programs Director to implement curriculum and provide outreach to our partner schools and organizations. You’ll be an external facing champion of the organization, helping Brighter Boston grow its impact and reach.
You Might Be a Great Fit If You Are
Someone who loves teaching and working with young people
A self-starter who thrives in dynamic, mission-driven environments
Detail-oriented and a skilled problem solver
Customer service-minded and people-focused
A compelling communicator
A believer in the power of arts education
Experienced in technical theater/live event production
Committed to equity, creativity, and empowering young artists through real-world opportunities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversee in-school technical theater training sessions for Boston Public Schools (BPS) students in middle and high school during the school day
Maintain and grow school and district level partnerships
Oversee BPS Production Initiative for 11-15 school shows annually including
Scheduling with schools
Coordinating interns and mentors
Mentoring interns in management and show preparation
Management of school and community partner relations including
Facilitating meetings and communications
Sharing photos and outcomes with partners/schools
Attending college and career fairs to share information about Brighter Boston
Supporting recruitment process, in-school, virtual and in-person
Assist with on-site supervision of interns as needed
Supporting BPS in production equipment management
Compiling and documenting program outcomes
Be a champion and ambassador for the organization
Collaborate with the Programs team on development of curriculum resources as needed
Serve as a resource to the young people in our program by sharing your knowledge and connections
Minimum Qualifications
We are looking for someone who brings a mix of teaching experience, technical skill and collaborative spirit to the role. The ideal candidate will have:
2-4 years of experience teaching in-school
2-4 years experience working professionally in live events
Strong organizational and project management skills
Attention to detail
Experience working with youth and families from diverse socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds preferred
Excellent relationship-building and customer service abilities
Comfort with technology and experience using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.)
A positive problem-solving mindset
Strong listening skills
Work Environment
This is a hybrid position combining virtual and in-person responsibilities.
Most administrative duties and team meetings are conducted virtually
The role requires travel to partner theaters and schools across the Boston area
Candidates must have sufficient mobility and access to reliable transportation
Hours of work: 20/week
Salary: $37,768.50
This is a part-time exempt position
Benefits include:
Generous holiday schedule
½ day Fridays in the summer
Brighter Boston is a women run organization and is committed to advancing a workforce culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We primarily serve young women and people of color and it is our goal for staff to reflect this diversity. Boston residents, women, and members of BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and disabled communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Brighter Boston Executive Director, Ann Sousa: ann@brighterboston.org
Brighter Boston Program Director, Amy Raymond: amyr@brighterboston.org