Drama Teacher - Middle and High School

Overview

BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network. We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self-reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

BASIS Independent Dublin is seeking qualified candidates for a Drama Teacher starting Fall 2026. The school will open in September 2026, bringing a world‑class approach to education to a vibrant new community. Joining the founding team offers a unique opportunity to shape the culture, programs, and experiences that will inspire generations of students.

Drama teachers build upon the foundations learned in elementary school by incorporating theater vocabulary, history, technology, stage design, and movement. Students learn how to tell stories with and without words, self‑expression through drama, and how to perform for an audience. Drama teachers collaborate with other Subject Expert Teachers to bring music and drama into history, technology, and other areas for enhanced learning.

• Prepare subject‑specific lessons in Drama.
• Provide instruction above grade level in an interactive learning environment, delivering exceptional results for all students.
• Implement BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students’ education is internationally competitive.
• Collaborate with other BASIS Independent teachers to form a community of smart, talented, and interesting people passionate about education.
• Tutor students in content‑specific knowledge and skills to elevate their academic and career success.
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, and individuality.

• Deep knowledge of and passion for Drama.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and engage students in rigorous content.
• Skill to create a positive classroom community and build relationships with students.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Open to feedback and continuous growth.
• Creative instructional and classroom management strategies.
• Cooperative, collaborative, supportive, flexible.
• Strong work ethic and a “do whatever it takes” mindset.

• Minimum:
  Bachelor’s degree in Drama or related field (education coursework or teaching certification is not required).
• Preferred:
  Master’s or Ph.D. in Drama or related field; high GPA; excellent recommendations; experience with children; openness to innovative teaching.
• Candidate must obtain a fingerprint clearance card.

• Competitive salary based on education and experience.
• Career growth opportunities with continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement.
• Retirement options, 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred.
• Three PPO medical plans, dental and vision insurance.
• FSA pre‑tax option for medical, dependent care, and transit.
• Student tuition remission for your children to attend BASIS schools.

Spring Education Group, including SEG Inc. and affiliates (collectively “Company”), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.