Position Summary
The Teaching Artist Coordinator will be responsible for performing administrative duties and coordinating select programs that support the Education Department?s year-round K-12 activities. The position will work closely with arts and non-arts teachers in school settings while working collaboratively with staff, volunteers, artists, and students of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. They will be tasked with helping to increase and diversify Opera Theatre?s network of education contacts.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities:
In-School Programming
Create curriculum for education programs such as Opera on the Go!, young people?s operas, and Trailblazers in Opera, keyed to national and Missouri standards;
Assist in the designing and implementation of teacher training programs, including professional development workshops, Art Sings, and Music!Words!Opera!;
Administrative & Other Program Support
Assist with student auditions, recitals, extra-curricular events, retreats, regional college tours, and camps for students;
Support the Education Department as requested to successfully implement programs, such as Opera for Young People, Opera on the Go!,?Music!Words!Opera!, Student Dress Rehearsals, Spotlight on Opera, Opera Art Tours, online virtual programming, and seasonal events;
Secondary Responsibilities:
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Required Skills, Experience, Qualifications
Strong computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, database (such as Tessitura), and basic graphics programs such as Canva and Photoshop;
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will:
Be proficient in social media communications including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Snapchat;
Compensation
Apply:
Applicants for the position are asked to submit a resume along with a cover letter that describes their interest in the position and outlines their relevant experience and qualifications.
About Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (OTSL) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization known for innovative productions featuring outstanding young artists. The company offers a festival opera season each spring which attracts ticket buyers from zip codes throughout the metropolitan area, as well as visitors from nearly 50 states and multiple countries. As of 2025, OTSL has presented 45 world premieres, which may be the highest percentage of new work in the repertory of any American company. In addition to the spring Festival Season, OTSL operates year-round education and community programs serving nearly 17,000 local children and adults.
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis has a year-round artistic and administrative staff of approximately 45, which grows to nearly 500 during the Festival Season. Several hundred volunteer members of the Opera Theatre Guild provide support for all aspects of Opera Theatre?s work and advocate for the company throughout the greater St. Louis community. The company?s annual budget size is approximately $12 million; contributed revenue represents more than 50% of budget. At Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, we value equity, diversity, and mutual respect. We strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, people with disabilities, and others who have been historically excluded to apply. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, we value equity, diversity, and mutual respect. We strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, people with disabilities, and others who have been historically excluded to apply. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
OTSL will not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, religion or belief; national, social, or ethnic origin; age; sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression; physical, mental, or sensory disability; family or parental status; genetic information or characteristics; protected veteran status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. OTSL will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
If you need assistance or accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact (314) 963-4233 or [email protected].
