Lower School Play Director

Title: Lower School Play DirectorShow Dates: March 12-14 2027 with position starting in December 2026Direction from: Production ManagerStipend: $2200The Miami Valley School (MVS). Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. For almost 60 years MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton Ohio community. Here faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL) through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here we learn because we Role. MVS is seeking an innovative and culturally inclusive Director for our performing lower school play. The ideal candidate is passionate about the performing arts and is eager to invest their talents in working with our lower school students to produce the fall/spring play. They should establish a supportive and engaging environment for students that fosters growth in their performance skills. The Play Director works collaboratively with colleagues and parents has excellent communication skills and possesses strong leadership skills creativity and Opportunity. All members of MVS vibrant faculty bring the schools mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community. Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity celebration grit and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team you will have the opportunity to:Expand Global Leadership. MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming and with you on our team we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. Enhance Cultural Experiences. Through your contribution to the development of an inspiring extracurricular performing arts program each year you and your students will experience the world and its cultures through theater. Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community youll have the opportunity to connect and collaborate with students and families . As we continue to develop our Immersive Learning programming you will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience. Here you and your team will integrate academics hands-on activities and scholarly habits via cross-curricular designs and models of Academic Rigor with Increased Accessibility. Through your intentional planning and development of the lower school play our students will explore their theatrical talents and build an enjoyment of the as part of a World-Class your role teaching at MVS you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists researchers entrepreneurs published authors professional musicians armed services veterans and thespians. Most importantly they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong of course you will get to make an impact! As the MS play director you will get to join young people on their journey by discovering their sense of self and growing both personally and socially. You will have the privilege of being a supportive resource and guidepost for students families faculty and : Develop and facilitate culturally inclusive extracurricular performing arts program;Establish a supportive and engaging performing arts environment for students;Demonstrate a deep belief that teachers coaches directors etc. have a unique role in empowering students to become passionately inquisitive; Foster the belief in each of our students that students can and will change the world;Demonstrate a commitment to reflection and innovation as MVS continues to build the performing arts program;Build collaborative partnerships with students faculty staff parents and alumni;Primary Responsibilities:Provide a creative vision to a theatrical productionHave clear and consistent communication with parents students and other stakeholdersEstablish a safe and inviting environment for students to grow in their theatrical comforts and skillsSelect an appropriate showWork closely with the Production Manager to ensure that all duties and responsibilities are completed in a timely mannerCreate a consistent schedule for rehearsals (working in tandem with athletics academics and other school events/requirementsQualifications:Work collaboratively with colleagues students and parents;Possess excellent management and communication skills;Possess a working knowledge of theatrical directionFlexibilityIdeal candidates have directing experience with young actorsBenefits. This is a stipend opportunity without additional the Next Step. Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the embedded links. Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed MVS employment application cover letter resume outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to Please do not call the school directly. The position will be open until filled. Bring Your Whole Self. MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis. We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

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