Come join Fairyland as our Seasonal Theater Programs Manager for a chance to express your creativity while introducing the magic of the performing arts to the youngest members of our community!  We are looking for an energetic candidate who wants to share their love for the arts to empower students to embrace social and emotional learning strategies while creating positive mindsets towards themselves and our community.

The Fairyland Seasonal Theater Programs Manager is responsible for executing Fairyland’s Children's Theater programming for the summer 2024 season.  Reporting to the Senior Director of Education and Community Engagement, the Seasonal Theater Programs Manager is responsible for collaborating on shows reflective of the Fairyland’s stated educational goals and selecting and training youth performers (ages 8 to 12) annually to deliver performances throughout the park during the summer. 

COVID-19 Update:  In an effort to keep our visitors, staff, volunteers, and communities safe, Fairyland has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. In accordance with state and federal laws, Fairyland will consider all qualified applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation from our vaccination policy based on a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in performing arts (or equivalent experience) with some studies in early childhood development preferred.  
• At least one (1) years’ experience in children's theater.  
• Demonstrable skill one or all of the following theatre arts disciplines; acting, improvisation, playwriting, movement, vocal production, or technical theatre
• Documented execution and experienced at guiding students to full-scale productions 
• Ability to lead, develop and encourage children and involve parents in the process.  
• Ability to communicate clearly with children, adults, and co-workers from diverse backgrounds.  
• Work well independently and as a team member
• Pleasant, considerate, and respectful demeanor to children and adults at all times
• Good communication is essential
• Possess a clear background history with no barriers to working with children

Personal Attributes/Values

• People orientation: able to interact effectively, politely, and productively with all types of people from all types of backgrounds and experience and in all types of situations. Comfortable working with non-English speaking and culturally diverse stakeholders
• Professional maturity to manage composure during stressful interactions
• Energetic, diplomatic, adaptable and with a good sense of humor
• Passionate about the mission, vision, and goals of Fairyland and possess an understanding of how this position contributes to the organization’s success
• Strong work ethic with an orientation toward process improvement
• Impeccable integrity and honesty

Physical Requirements

This position is located in both indoor and outdoor environments.  Able to perform the following duties with or without accommodation:

• Stand, sit, kneel, walk, bend, and perform repetitive motions for the duration of an eight (8) hour shift
• Traverse safely over uneven terrain throughout the entirety of the 10-acre amusement park 
• Safely lift and transport items of up to 50 lbs. 
• Respond quickly to sounds
• See and respond quickly to situations
• Communicate in clear, loud voice 
• Operate two-radio for communications with park personnel
• Work in in both indoor and outdoor settings (40% indoor and 60% outdoor)
• Ability to work on weekends and holidays
• Proven track record of punctuality and attendance
• Current COVID-19 Requirements;
  • Ability to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start of employment;

Benefits & Compensation

This is a seasonal, full-time, non-exempt position scheduled Wednesdays through Sundays, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position will be able to start as soon as May 1st and will conclude at the end of the Children's Theatre season in late August. The non-negotiable starting rate of pay is $30.00 per hour. Seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits which include:

• Paid sick leave
• 401k plan available
• Family membership to Fairyland or six guest passes annually
• Discounts on Fairyland merchandise and in the Café

How to join Team Fairyland

To apply for a position with Fairyland, please complete the application here. Due to the size of our operations, we are unable to take phone inquiries about positions.

Note:  Children's Fairyland does not have the resources to sponsor visas, nor any open positions eligible for the H-1B program.

Children's Fairyland fully and actively supports equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We see candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, community building, and meaningful connection with a broad range of people and institutions.

About Fairyland

Featured in the Wall Street Journal’s travel section on unique places to visit in Oakland and touted by BuzzFeed as “The Most Amazing Place to take Kids” in California, Children’s Fairyland is the first storybook theme park in America! In 1950, a group of visionary Oaklanders partnered with the city’s park superintendent and garnered support from enthusiastic citizens to build the outdoor 10-acre theme park on the shores of Lake Merritt in the heart of Oakland. Visited by Walt Disney as he was conceptualizing Disneyland, Fairyland has inspired many other fairytale-themed parks across the United States. Over 220,000 visitors enjoy Fairyland’s many activities and programs annually, and through our outreach program, free or reduced admission is offered to over 16,000 children and families every year. Fairyland operates 362 of 365 days a year, weather permitting.