Drama Teacher

Job Summary

Position is responsible for creating a classroom environment to develop an appreciation of Drama as part of general culture; to teach techniques of Drama expression; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of Drama; and to develop knowledge and skills in Drama.

• Teaches courses in Drama utilizing curriculum designated by Newport News Public Schools and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of Newport News Public Schools.
• Develops lesson plans to include a balanced Drama program and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
• Adapts the curriculum to provide individual, small group, or remedial instruction to meet the needs of the individual student compatible with the division’s basic instructional philosophy and congruent with course standards.
• Evaluates each student’s growth and performance, assessing each student’s contribution to the performance of the group.
• Evaluates academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, and keeps appropriate records to include reports, checklists, census forms, and other recordkeeping activities as necessary.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide orderly, productive classroom environment during practice, group rehearsals, and Drama performances.
• Plans, rehearses, and directs students in Drama programs for the school, division and community.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve learning, health and attitude problems.
• Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress.
• Supervises students in assigned out of classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Cooperates with the school administration in providing Drama programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies and other related functions.
• Administers testing in accordance with Drama practices.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

• Must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or a related field and meet the Virginia Department of Education licensure eligibility requirements to teach Drama.
• Must be eligible for, or in possession or an appropriate Virginia teaching license.
• Must possess ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public.