Middle School Theater Teacher and Director

Title: Middle School Theater Teacher and Director

Credentials and Requirements:

Master's Degree in Theater Education or a related field preferred, or equivalent in teaching (7 or more years strongly preferred).

Primary Responsibilities:  

Teach theater classes to Grades 5-8; public speaking coaching in Grade 4; direct and produce student theater productions; collaborate with colleagues to design experiences for students; communicate and partner with parents and grade-level teams.

Hours/Classification: Full-Time Monday through Friday, Exempt; In-Person; 10-month position

Expectation of Employee Civility and Commitment

The Hamlin School seeks to hire employees who will support and implement the school’s mission and Creed at all times. Hamlin employees are known for being compassionate, collaborative, and dedicated professionals who treat their colleagues and supervisors with respect and who take seriously the daily care of Hamlin students. As such, Hamlin employees pay close attention to the students’ social-emotional wellbeing, their physical and mental health, and their moral development. Hamlin employees are committed to their own personal and professional growth; thus, they pay close attention to the research and innovations that impact their respective fields. All employees are expected to be flexible thinkers and nimble actors in support of the school’s overarching strategic goals and demonstrate a commitment to their colleagues’ success.

At The Hamlin School, we are committed to a policy of equal employment for all applicants and employees. As part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace, we recruit and hire applicants with diverse backgrounds and with professional experience that shows their commitment to K-8 education and being a contributing member of the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, articulate, and implement Middle School Theater Program program for a range of learners in Grades 5-8. Teach drama classes in for Grades 5 and 6 focusing on monologues and scene work; fall semester theater elective for Grades 7 and 8 culminating in a play in January; and a semester-long spring musical for the whole Grade 8 class with performances in early June.
• Lead the Grade 8 spring musical capstone project and team as the producer and director
• Provide public speaking coaching for Grade 4 students for “VIP” presentations throughout the year
• Prepare students for special event performances (e.g. assemblies, open house, community events)
• Design lessons that model creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking
• Draw on multiple genres and a wide range of cultures to guide instruction
• Identify materials, resources, and technology needs for program
• Include use of appropriate technology tools and resources for instruction
• Create and update class web pages
• Communicate with parents about the Middle School theater program
• Attend collaborative discussions and sharing of student concerns
• Actively participate in division meetings, admissions, and other school events
• Pursue relevant opportunities for professional growth and development
• Evaluate students on a trimester and/or semester schedule with written report cards
• Supervise students in other venues such as recess, lunch, field trips, outdoor education, etc. 
• Participate in an outdoor education trip for 3-4 nights (additional stipend paid)
• Provide 1:1/small-group student learning support during flex time and other parts of the school day
• Perform other duties consistent with the above responsibilities
  

Physical Requirements:

• This position is 100% on site.
• Ability to lift and carry packages and equipment up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform physical tasks throughout the day.
• Demonstrate normal depth perception 
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, operate standard office equipment, and use a telephone 
• See and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids 
• Hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone with or without auditory aides 

Work Authorization Requirements

• Clear the Department of Justice background screening (Livescan) 
• Authorized to work in the United States (I-9)
• Provide health (TB) clearance (an update is expected every four years) 
  

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics are representative of those in a normal classroom/school setting that one might encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• Work indoors in a standard office environment, computer lab, and/or classroom environment 
• Some exposure to childhood and other diseases in a school environment 
• May be required to work outside of typical work days and office hours to meet operational deadlines