Teacher,Theater; Grapevine Middle School Job Grapevine area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Teacher, Theater (Grapevine Middle School)
Job Title: Teacher, Theater Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Payscale

Dept./School: Grapevine Middle School

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with outstanding learning experiences in theatre to develop pedagogical and technical mastery, understanding, and a love of theatre. The director will encourage lifelong learning, understanding, and enjoyment in theatre arts beyond the middle and high school settings.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for teaching theatre
Demonstrated competency or potential as a head middle school theatre director

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to work collaboratively with a team of fine arts teachers at the campus and district level
Must be able to recruit students to the program and instill a love of theatre
Must have high expectations of their own work and the work of their students
Ability to work positively and collaboratively with parent support organizations
Ability to instruct students and manage behavior in both small and large classes
Knowledge of specific theatre pedagogy to include, but not limited to: different styles and genres, technical theatre, musical theatre
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction with general knowledge of scope and sequence in a theatre setting
Knowledge of One Act Play rules
Ensure the proper use, maintenance, and tracking of the school's equipment, sets, costumes, and script inventory
Knowledge of outside of school activities to enhance students' theatre experiences

Experience

Successful completion of clinical teaching.
Prefered, but not required, to have at least 3 years of successful theatre teaching experience as defined by ratings and student achievement

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Theatrical Performance

Present high-quality theatre performances for the school and community
Present high-quality theatre performances in accordance with the standards of selected festivals and contests

Instructional Strategies

Effectively use instructional and rehearsal strategies
Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities
Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)
Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements
Plan and supervise assignments of parent volunteer(s)

Student Growth and Development

Monitor and encourage student growth and development
Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
Help students analyze and improve study and practice methods and habits
Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal evaluation
Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned
Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal
Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district

Classroom Management and Organization

Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
Manage school finances in a fiscally responsible manner in accordance with district policy
Organize and lead a strong booster club and volunteer program
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and…

Teacher, Theater; Grapevine Middle School