Middle School Theatre Arts Teacher

About June Shelton School

June Shelton School & Evaluation Center enjoys the distinction of being the worlds largest independent school for bright children with learning differences. Founded in 1976, Shelton is dedicated to making a difference by serving and empowering the lives of students who learn differently. While the school is clearly the centerpiece of its mission, Shelton is more than a school. It encompasses three other major components, all open to the community: a speech and language therapy program, an evaluation center, and a teacher‑training program.

Shelton is actively involved with research and collaborates with major medical institutions in the Dallas area, including Children’s Medical Center and UT Southwestern Medical Center. The Shelton School is a co‑educational, non‑sectarian school that serves approximately 900 students with learning differences in grades EC to 12. The Shelton School is accredited by Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS).

• Generous Time Off (Including 4 Weeks of School Holidays, 2 Weeks of Vacation and standard federal holidays)
• FREE Lunch
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Remission

Lead the Middle School drama program by teaching foundational theatre skills, directing age‑appropriate performances, and fostering a supportive environment where all learners can thrive.

• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre, Theatre Education, Performing Arts, or a related field required;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Five years classroom experience preferred
• Prior experience teaching theatre at the middle or upper school level; experience in teaching learning‑different students is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience directing plays and musicals, including managing all aspects of production.
• Strong knowledge of acting techniques, stagecraft, theatre history, and performance practices.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends during production periods and school events.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent collaboration with students, families, colleagues, and creative partners.
• Creative problem‑solving and adaptability in dynamic classroom and rehearsal settings.
• Strong classroom management that balances structure with creativity.
• Comfort using educational technology, learning‑management systems, and digital tools related to a theatre production.
• Embrace the tenets of Shelton School, continually developing innovative ways to strengthen the program and department for the benefit of students and educators

• Teach Middle School drama classes, adapting instruction to support varied learning styles and needs.
• Direct multiple drama productions each year, including occasional musicals.
• Coordinate all aspects of drama productions, including auditions, rehearsals, parent communication, and rehearsal/performance schedules.
• Foster a positive, encouraging classroom and rehearsal environment that builds student confidence and self‑advocacy.
• Guide students through the creative process, including acting, movement, voice, script analysis, and ensemble work.
• Maintain Drama classroom, props, costumes, and equipment in coordination with the fine arts department.
• Communicate regularly with students, families, and colleagues regarding class progress, expectations, and rehearsal/performance details.
• Maintain the mission, values and philosophy of Shelton School
• Other duties as assigned.

• ☒ Seeing
• ☒ Color Perception (Red, Green, Amber)
• ☒ Ability to get up and down off the floor
• ☒ Lifting (15 lbs)
• ☒ Carrying (15 lbs)
• ☒ Ability to Move Distances within the school environment
• ☒ Hearing/Listening
• ☒ Clear Speech
• ☒ Pushing/Pulling
• ☒ Touching (Dexterity, Hand & Finger)
• ☒ Driving (local/over the road)

• ☐ Reading - Simple
• ☒ Writing
  - Complex
• ☒ Analysis/Comprehension
• ☒ Reading - Complex
• ☒ Clerical
• ☒ Judgment/Decision Making
• ☐ Writing - Simple
• ☒ Basic Math Skills

• ☒ Works Alone
• ☒ Works with Others
• ☒ Verbal Contact w/Others
• ☒ Face‑to‑Face Contact
• ☒ Inside
• ☒ Outside
• ☒ Noise

The above are physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. When requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the incumbent to perform the essential functions. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.