JOB POSITION: Drama/Theatre Teacher
IMMEDIATESUPERVISOR: Building Principal
SALARY: Teacher Contract
CONTRACT LENGTH: School Year
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Drama/Theatre Teacher is a highly qualified and state certified teacher responsible for delivering Grades 5-12 drama/theatre content in a differentiated manner that is aligned with the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Have a working knowledge of best practices in Theatre Education arts integration and Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre while implementing a curriculum based in creativity
- Guide motivate and engage students in learning including understanding the principles of theatre and specific performance skills through individual and group practice and performances
- Enhance symbolic communication promote self-esteem self-motivation aesthetic awareness cultural exposure creativity improved emotional expression and social harmony relationships team-building cooperation self-confidence and providing an avenue for building performance competencies
- Make use of quality theatre literature in diverse styles appropriate in difficulty and range for students
- Maintain a safe classroom using appropriate classroom management skills
- Complete and maintain all required student records
- Utilize the SBCSC technology as required
- Attend and participate in required staff meetings and building-wide trainings and initiatives
- Plan rehearse and direct students in a minimum of two performances per year (Semester I Semester II) at the building level. These performances should include all theatre classes.
- Prepare students to perform for additional school/community/extra-curricular performances when scheduled
- Utilize instructional materials/resources recommended for the district
- Participate in all Fine Arts Drama/Theatre recruiting events
- Attend corporation Fine Arts and Drama/Theatre/PC staff meetings as scheduled
- Assist with compiling budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs
- Coordinate fundraising activities and management of funds when applicable
- Facilitate cleaning repairing and storing all theatre supplies/equipment
- Develop and implement plans for theatre program and show written evidence of preparation including lesson plans as required
- Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments of student achievement
- Accompany and supervise students on field trips when necessary
- Maintain open communication and professional relationships with all stakeholders
- Comply with district policies as well as state and federal laws and regulations
- Adhere to the districts safety policies and procedures
- Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business
- Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Licensed and highly-qualified in the area of Theatre Arts
- Ability to manage a budget and supplies
- Knowledge of state district and school policies and procedures
- Ability to interpret district policies procedures and data
- Strong communication public relations and interpersonal skills
- Experience working in an urban environment preferred
- Must not currently be on a Performance Improvement Plan