Teacher​/Theatre Director

Teacher / Theatre Director – Shallowater Independent School District, High School, Shallowater, Texas.

Job
Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled
Posted:
May 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined

Direct and manage the theatre arts program at the High School and Middle School campuses, providing students with learning activities that support intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
• Demonstrated competency in theatre arts
• Experience directing One Act Play
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned, curriculum and instruction, and overall operation of theatre arts
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage budget, interpret data, and comply with UIL rules and state regulations
• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements and accommodate individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, materials, equipment, and technology.
• Conduct assessments of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula for students with IEPs.
• Work with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers; oversee completion.
• Provide instruction and leadership in all aspects of theatre productions and methodologies.
• Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify eligibility.
• Ensure participation at extracurricular events and shows.
• Coordinate rehearsals, productions, and performances.
• Use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to determine program effectiveness.

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor approved outside activities.
• Serve as a positive role model for students and support the district mission.

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students’ development.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and documents.
• Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trip activities.

• Develop and administer the budget based on program needs.
• Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.
• Maintain current inventory of fixed assets related to the program.
• Oversee cleaning, repair, and storage of equipment.
• Participate in staff development activities.
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Comply with federal and state laws and UIL rules.

• Establish and maintain professional relationships with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and UIL rules.

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• Direct the work of assigned instructional aides.

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.