Drama Director for Middle & Upper School

Overview

Convent of the Sacred Heart is New York City's oldest independent school for girls. As an independent, Catholic school educating students in Pre-K through 12, we are part of an international network of 160 schools. We are committed to a set of principles shared by all Sacred Heart Schools, known as the "Goals and Criteria." These principles articulate the core components of a Sacred Heart education and charge our community with a unified educational mission.

At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that each child possesses unique gifts. Our job is to unearth those gifts, nurture them, and empower each child of the Sacred Heart to share those gifts with the global community. Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to building a community that is anti-racist, anti-bias, fair, inclusive, and welcoming to everyone and seeks candidates who connect to our Mission and Goals.

Middle and Upper School Drama Teacher

Full-Time

Beginning August, 2026

Reports to:

Middle School Division Head and Performing Arts Department Chairperson

FLSA:
Exempt, full-time

Salary Range: $67,500 - $100,000 annually

Start Date:

August 26, 2026

Position: Middle & Upper School Drama Teacher

Start Date: August 26, 2026

We are seeking a dynamic educator and theater professional to lead our Middle School drama program (Grades 5-8) and contribute to our Upper School elective offerings. The ideal candidate can pivot seamlessly from foundational skill-building with younger students to sophisticated production direction with older students, all while fostering a supportive environment for our female student body.

• Classroom Instruction
• Middle School:
  Design and deliver the core drama curriculum for all students in Grades 5 through 8.
• Upper School:
  Teach one specialized Acting elective (e.g., Method, Shakespeare, or Contemporary Scene Study).
• Interdisciplinary Work:
  Collaborate with core faculty to integrate public speaking and performance skills into academic projects.

Oversee a robust three-show season, managing all artistic and logistical elements:

• Fall:
  Direct one Middle School Musical.
• Fall:
  Direct one Upper School Play.
• Spring:
  Direct one Upper School Musical.
• Production Management:
  Recruit, hire, and supervise freelance technical staff (lighting, sound, etc.) and manage the production budget in coordination with the Department Chair.
• Sustainability:
  Curate and maintain the costume and prop collection with a commitment to sustainable practices.

• Serve as a Middle School Homeroom Advisor and mentor.
• Participate in standard faculty duties, including lunch supervision and staff meetings.
• Contribute to the school's commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy by selecting diverse repertoire and ensuring equitable casting practices.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree in Theater, Education, or a related field required.
• Pedagogy:
  Proven experience in Middle School education; ability to manage a classroom with energy, empathy, and clear boundaries.
• Artistic Expertise:
  Professional-level experience in acting and directing; a versatile toolkit of theater games, vocal techniques, and movement styles.
• Communication:
  Exceptional interpersonal skills, specifically tailored to the social and emotional development of adolescent girls.
• DEIB Commitment: A demonstrated track record of implementing anti-racist and anti-bias frameworks within a theatrical or educational setting.

It is the policy of Sacred Heart to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. This means that all employees and applicants will be treated on an equal basis without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital and partnership status, citizenship status, caregiver status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, height or weight, predisposing genetic characteristics, criminal history, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local law (collectively referred to herein as “Protected Classifications”).

In addition to the Protected Classifications set forth in this EEO Policy, the School also prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on being a certified medical marijuana patient, pre-employment marijuana testing, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, arrest or conviction, or domestic violence victim status in accordance with state law.

This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to: hiring, training, faculty development, transfers, promotion, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, employee facilities, termination, and retirement.