Performing and Visual Arts Coordinator

Position Title: Performing and Visual Arts Coordinator Division: All School Supervisor: Director of Activities and Sports (coordinator) and the divisional leadership for the teaching component (teaching) Position Summary: The Visual and Performing Arts Coordinator leads Concordia's PK–12 extra-curricular arts program, working with divisional leaders, arts faculty, and the Activities & Sport Department to deliver mission-aligned offerings.

This role oversees major performances, festivals, facilities, staffing, and long-term program growth, requiring strong project management skills to coordinate events that occur during school, mornings, evenings, and weekends. A performing arts teaching component is part of this role.

Requirements

Education

Minimum bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts or Music Teaching Certificate Experience Minimum 5 years of successful performing arts teaching experience, with at least 3 years of performing arts supervisory experience Knowledge of the overall operation of a visual and performing arts program, system, and facility. Skills and dispositions: Aligns with the Concordia culture values and instructional practices Detail oriented and able to adhere to deadlines Strong leadership to foster collaboration Able to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders including students, faculty, staff and parents.

Comfortable interacting with people from other cultures Think strategically Strong organizational skills, effective prioritization, and the ability to maintain personal wellbeing while managing competing demands are essential. Concordia Fit Spiritual Leader Demonstrates moral integrity, honesty, kindness, faithfulness Models a Christian faith walk Models servant leadership characteristics Is collegial and contributing member of the school wide community Mission Centered-Vision Focused Takes personal ownership in fulfilling the mission Can “see” the future and articulate, plan, and execute next steps Demonstrates a positive, optimistic, can-do attitude Demonstrates a passion for teacher and student success Instructional Leader Leads curriculum based on the most recent understanding about learning Ability to develop, implement, and monitor curriculum and learner progress Is a leader of learning Promotes professional development focused on improving student achievement Team Focused Respectful of all, builds people up, is equitable in relationships Is transparent, flexible, and adaptable Demonstrates commitment to school improvement Works collaboratively with all in the school and community Advocates and nurtures a positive school culture conducive to student learning and teacher growth Management Competence Manages resources to provide a productive environment for learning Demonstrates ability see the big picture and to break large tasks into small, achievable components Clearly communicates, both orally and in written form, to a diverse group of cultures and in diverse settings Demonstrates proficiency in required technology Key Areas of Responsibility Supervision Responsibilities Supervise theater support personnel.

Provide leadership and support for extra-curricular instructors in the arts. Participate in recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and evaluation processes as appropriate. Facilities Management Oversee the scheduling and effective use of arts facilities. Collaborate with Finance and divisional leadership regarding long-term capital planning.

Work with the operations team to develop equipment replacement, and facility enhancement plans. Coordinate equipment maintenance and technical support. Program Development Strategically lead the P–12 extra-curricular arts program. Schedule and promote events with the Activities & Sport Department, principals, and external partners.

Oversee extra-curricular arts activities, including AMIS, APAC Arts, ACAMIS, productions, concerts, festivals, and academies. Build partnerships with local and international arts organizations. Manage the set and scene shop program—overseeing construction, design, equipment, materials, and storage—in collaboration with faculty, staff, and students.

Recruit arts teachers and staff (e.g., Music Academy) as needed. Encourage broad student participation while also supporting advanced pathways for highly engaged students. Support curricular arts showcases (concerts, exhibitions, productions) and work with divisional leaders and faculty to strengthen the overall P–12 arts experience.

Student Management Work with divisional leadership and teachers on student discipline issues. Work with the Activities and Sport office related to extra-curricular arts program logistics, travel, and policy alignment. Plan Visual and Performing Arts awards programs. Communication and Community Engagement Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to promote the arts and celebrate student achievement.

Maintain strong partnerships with parents, alumni, and community organizations. Strategic Planning Contribute to the school's strategic planning and accreditation processes. Use data and feedback to evaluate program effectiveness and guide action steps. Lead long-term planning for the development of extra-curricular visual and performing arts.

Other duties as assigned