Teacher - MS Theatre Arts

Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Theatre Arts

Date Posted:
6/4/2026

Location:
CAMPUS

Date Available:
School Year

Closing Date:
Until Filled
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts
• Certificate by the state of Texas to teach in Theatre Arts.
• Preferred:
  Master's Degree in Theatre Arts

TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCY: LEVEL 2 - APPLIED (USES TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIFIC JOB-RELATED PURPOSES)

• Applied use of computer operations
• Applied use of software productivity tools (i.e., Microsoft Office)
• Applied use of e-mail
• Applied use of printers
• Applied use of job-related financial and student management systems
• Applied use of multimedia tools
• Applied use of electronic file management
• Applied use of Technology Applications/TEKS
• CCISD Acceptable Use Policy and Technology Ethics/Etiquette

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Knowledgeable of curriculum and instruction in their area of certification.
• Knowledge of effective instructional strategies, assessment strategies, and motivational strategies that promote authentic student engagement.
• Presents a positive role model.
• Works and relates positively with others.
• Communicates effectively in oral and written form, with both students and adults.
• Has the ability to effectively embed available technology into daily lesson plans.

Experience Preferred:

• Three years of teaching experience Successful record of student competition

Personal:

• Demonstrates responsibility, competence, and enthusiasm for theatre arts.
• Communicates clearly and effectively in oral and written forms.
• Presents a positive role model.
• Exhibits willingness to devote required time outside the school day to work with students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of rules and regulations governing University Interscholastic League (UIL).
• Exhibits cooperation with other staff members, parent groups, and community organizations involved with speech/debate and theatre arts.

Function

The Middle School Theatre Arts/Speech Sponsor/Teacher is under the direct supervision of the principal and under the guidance of the Curriculum Specialist for Art and Speech/Theatre. The Teacheris responsible for directing and coordinating the theatre arts/speech activities for the campus, participating in District-wide events, coaching academic competitions related to theatre arts/ speech, and assisting the Curriculum Specialist for Art and Speech/Theatre Arts in planning and conducting District-wide events.

Reports To:

Campus Principal

Responsibilities:

Theatre Arts Sponsor:

• Directs the One-Act Play for the District One-Act Play event.
• Prepares students for competition in the District Middle School Speech Tournament.
• Travels with students, and supervises students at District-wide competitions.
• Directs at least three campus-based theatre arts/speech events a year: talent or variety show, school P TA program, school speech contest, Dessert Theatre, Dinner Theatre, Optimist Oratorical Contest, performances off-campus, campus One-Act Play, assemblies, and Children's Theatre/Reader's Theatre.
• Prepares a minimum of 30 students to compete in individual events in competition, and motivates students to perform in public.
• Maintains all records for Districtwide competitions/festivals, and complies with deadlines.
• Prepares an annual inventory of the theatre arts lighting and audio equipment, UIL Unit Set assigned to the theatre arts department.
• Attends all meetings held to plan Districtwide events for middle school students.
• Maintains accurate records of expenses and is responsible for paying all bills, including royalty fees.
• Maintains an accurate roster of academic competition results, and oversees accurate publication of competition results.
• Oversees publicity of competition results.
• Follows activities outlined in the attached Middle School Theatre/Arts Speech Director Schedule of Duties and Activities, and works with the principal to modify activities when appropriate.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the principal.

Teacher:

• Plans for successful student learning of daily objectives that include basic knowledge and skills, and central concepts of the discipline.
• Ensures students are engaged and successful in learning, critical thinking and problem solving.
• Utilizes multiple models of instruction, assessment and effective teaching practices.
• Utilizes State TEKS and District Curriculum to design engaging lessons which are challenging, high quality and appropriate for the level of instruction.
• Maintains current accurate records of daily attendance and textbooks issued.
• Able to effectively manage time and materials.
• Accepts related assignments as requested by principals.
• Instructs classes in the subject area(s) assigned.
• Is responsible for the use and care of available instructional materials.
• Maintains current records of student grades and progress.
• Accurately evaluates and assesses performance of students in subject/s taught.
• Confers regularly with parents on student progress.
• Fulfills related responsibilities, e.g., reporting grades, exams, field trips, and programs.
• Maintains classroom…