The Education Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the delivery of selected Education programs, primarily those serving students and teachers in school settings. Reporting to the Director of Education, the Coordinator works collaboratively with the Education Department to schedule workshops and artist chats, support workshop development and facilitation, and maintain effective relationships with teaching artists, educators, and internal stakeholders. The role supports the smooth delivery of engaging, inclusive, and well-organized learning experiences for participants.Responsibilities:Program Coordination and DeliveryCoordinate workshops and artist chats for students and teachers, particularly at the elementary and secondary levels, as part of selected Stratford Festival Education programs, including the Teaching Stratford Program and All-In!, in collaboration with the Director of Education, Associate Director of Education, and Education Associates.Schedule, brief, and support teaching artists in delivering workshops and artist chats and, where appropriate, co-facilitate learning experiences.Support the development of workshop plans, learning activities, and program materials.Monitor program schedules and logistics to help ensure activities run smoothly and provide welcoming, inclusive, and professional experiences for participants.Assist with hosting Education events and other departmental activities as required.Administration and Continuous ImprovementComplete administrative and coordination tasks, including budget tracking, data entry, correspondence, registration, filing,



and reporting.Gather and review participant and stakeholder feedback to support program evaluation and continuous improvement.Maintain positive working relationships with teaching artists, educators, participants, and internal colleagues.Represent the Festival with care, respect, and professionalism in all interactions.Health and SafetyAdhere to the Stratford Festival Health & Safety Commitment and Procedures, and ensure that safe work practices and policies are supported and enforced within reporting structure.Support a safe working and learning setting for participants, teaching artists, colleagues, and other stakeholders.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Post-secondary diploma program, typically a two year program, or equivalent, (i.E. Community college, Technical Institute or Trade School, etc.) in a field related to Education, Theatre, or Child and Youth Work, or a comparable combination of education and relevant experience1 to 2 years of related experience coordinating, creating, or delivering theatre arts or educational programming in school or community settings.Clear Vulnerable Sector CheckProven commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility in learning environmentsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and administrative processes.Experience in a not-for-profit or performing arts environments is an assetExperience with data management or ticketing systems, such as Tessitura, is an assetBehavioural Competencies:Adaptability / Agility: seamlessly adjust to changes in environment or situation; readily learn alternative approaches and methodsCommunication: actively listen and effectively transmit and receive informationDiplomacy: show discretion and tact in dealing with a variety of stakeholders.Problem-Solving: able to identify challenges, analyze root causes, and develop practical solutions.

📌 Education Coordinator (Perth East)
🏢 Stratford Festival
📍 Perth East