Join Our Team
MOXIE Theatre is seeking candidates passionate about the arts, gender equity, and radical inclusion.
MOXIE Theatre is a game-changing, equity-driven, launchpad for women+ in the arts. We are a 99-seat theatre dedicated to creating more diverse and honest images of women+ for our culture. Our production history reflects our commitment to seeking and supporting new work, and defying stereotypes associated with “women’s work.” We’re dedicated to producing work written by women+ and to providing career opportunities to women+ in theatre, especially in areas of leadership and technical theatre, with a commitment to 50% BIPOC representation in our staff, production and artistic teams. We use “women+” to acknowledge and make space for all underrepresented genders.
Our company culture is firmly rooted in respecting the whole person by honoring lived experience, embracing access needs, and celebrating parents and caregivers. MOXIE has worked hard to create a safe space across cultural lines. Applicants of all gender, ethnicity, background, sexual orientation, and physical ability are strongly encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY, email to careers@moxietheatre.com: your resume, two professional references, and a cover letter explaining why you are passionate about this position. Make sure to include in the subject line of your email which position or positions you are applying for.
Teaching Artists
MOXIE is expanding our educational offering to more schools and communities, and are seeking passionate, experienced Teaching Artists to join our roster. The ideal candidate will develop and implement theatre education programming for students of diverse ages and backgrounds, while upholding MOXIE’s values of humanist approaches to art making and storytelling.
Status: Part-time, non-exempt, employed on a project basis
Reports to: Executive Artistic Director
Benefits: Flexible scheduling, opportunities for growth within the organization
Requirements: Might require background check and TB testing
Applications: See above
Duties & Responsibilities
- Facilitate engaging theatre workshops, classes, and residency programs for students ranging from elementary school to adults.
- Follow established curriculum when implementing existing programs, while designing your own lesson plans.
- Develop lessons and curriculums that aligns with MOXIE’s mission and core values
- Adapt teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities
- Participate in program evaluation and documentation
- Collaborate with schools, community centers, and partner organizations to expand our educational outreach
- Attend occasional meetings and professional development opportunities
The Ideal Candidate
- Minimum 2 years experience teaching theatre arts in educational, community or theatre settings
- Strong understanding of theatre fundamentals, including acting, directing, playwriting, and/or technical theatre
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in educational practices
- Excellent communication and classroom management skills
- Experience working with diverse student populations
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently
- Reliable transportation required
Preferred Skills
- Experience with devised theatre and/or new play development
- Familiarity with trauma-informed and healing-centered teaching practices
- Bilingual – particularly in Spanish, Haitian Creole, and/or Farsi
- Experience creating curriculum that addresses social justice issues
- Knowledge of the San Diego educational landscape
Benefits of Working at MOXIE Theatre
- Exposure to the vibrant arts community and theatre productions
- Supportive, collaborative work environment with passionate colleagues
- Special accommodation and understanding for parents and caretakers
- Be part of an organization making a meaningful cultural impact
- Professional growth opportunities within the arts education field and beyond
- Flexible work arrangements that respect work-life balance