Job Title: Theatre Teacher
Exemption Status: Exempt
Reports to: Principal Jess McReynolds
School: LubbockCooper Middle School

Salaries for certified positions are based on the hiring guide (a salary chart based on years of experience) found on the LCISD website.
Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the theater arts program at the assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular theater. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Demonstrated competency in theater arts

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of overall operation of theater arts productions and programs
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to interpret data
Strong communication public relations and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Student teaching or approved internship and theater arts experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Provide instruction and leadership to students in all aspects of theater productions and methodologies such as staging acting techniques set design costumes and props.

2. Establish performance requirements enforce academic requirements and verify each students eligibility to participate in the program.

3. Provide for theater arts participation at extracurricular events and shows.

4. Coordinate rehearsals productions and performances.

5. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency board policies and administrative regulations.

6. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

7. Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals objectives and methods according to district requirements.

8. Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.

Student Growth and Development

1. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

2. Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

1. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students.

2. Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

3. Accompany and supervise students on outoftown trip activities and arrange transportation lodging and meals for outoftown events.

4. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment material and facilities.

Communication

1. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents students colleagues and community members.

Budget and Inventory

1. Develop and administer a budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.

2. Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.

3. Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.

4. Oversee cleaning repairing and storing of all equipment.

5. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Participate in staff development activities to improve jobrelated skills.

2. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

3. Comply with federal and state laws State Board of Education rule UIL rules and board policy in the band area.

Other

1. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; power and hand tools for construction of theater sets
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling twisting and reaching
Motion: Frequent standing and walking
Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying 1544 pounds); may lift and move theatre arts equipment
Environment: Work inside in theater environment with diminished lighting
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district and statewide travel