25-26 High School Spring Play - Theatrical Director

Job Goal:The Somerville Public Schools Department of Music & Theatre Arts seeks a director for Highlander Theatre Companys annual spring play. The Spring Play is an all-inclusive theatre opportunity for students in grades 9-12 which rehearses and is performed at Somerville High School in March of 2025.

Somerville Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We welcome and value different perspectives and experiences in our staff recognizing the powerful impact that a diverse workforce has on all students. We are committed to supporting educators through a strong induction and mentorship program educator-driven professional development and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

As a district we are also committed to supporting the whole student by promoting a trusting mutually respectful and inspiring culture that values the individuality of our students and the professionalism of the field.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or higher level degree in Theatre Theatre Education or related field
• Demonstrated and recent experience in directing theatre with young people
• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Exemplary interpersonal communications skills that establish and maintain effective working relationships with students staff parents and members of the community
• Experience in teaching/directing in a multi-cultural and multilingual environment
• Commitment to changing lives through performing arts education

Responsibilities: As per the Somerville Educators/Teachers Association Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement

• Participate in the selection and execution of a Spring Play in collaboration with Theatre Arts faculty and K-12 Supervisor of Music & Theatre Arts
• Participate in inclusive casting workshops in partnership with the Theatre Arts Faculty; utilize a culturally conscious approach to assign performance roles.
• Develop and communicate a clear directorial concept to student designers and producing partners.
• Run all after school rehearsals (typically weekdays January through March).
• Use culturally responsive and SEL based approaches to support student education through active theatre-making
• Maintain communication with families about student successes and upcoming performances
• Prepare a dynamic and engaging weekend of performances that celebrates the diversity and creativity of SPS high school students.
• Work collegially with school teachers staff other Theatre colleagues to improve the education of our students

Position Reports to: The K-12 Supervisor of Music & Theatre Arts

The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age religion disability pregnancy home status marital/civil union status sex/gender gender identity sexual orientation citizenship status place of birth national origin ancestry cultural identity genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Required Experience:

Director