Middle School Drama Teacher

Duties:

● Teach elective theatre classes for 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.

● Develop engaging and developmentally appropriate curricula in areas such as acting, playwriting, and technical theatre.
● Direct student theatrical productions as part of your theatre curriculum and collaborate with faculty to integrate performances into school life.
● Lead and supervise an after-school drama club.
● Foster a classroom environment that encourages inclusivity, student engagement, risk-taking, and personal growth.
● Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
● Maintain organized records of student progress and performance.
● Serve as a Middle School advisor.
● Communicate with parents proactively, positively, and professionally to support the academic, social-emotional, and physical needs of students.
● Engage in continued professional development.
● Foster a supportive and engaging classroom environment.
● Attend scheduled division, grade, team, and department meetings.
● Participate in the traditions, culture, and events of the Middle School.
● Perform other duties to support the division and/or school as a whole as assigned. The capacity to contribute in other areas is a valuable consideration.

Skills and Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree in Theatre, Theatre Education, or a closely related field (Master’s preferred).
● Teaching experience in a school or educational setting is a plus.
● Strong knowledge in multiple aspects of theatre: acting, directing, playwriting, design, and technical theatre.
● Creative and innovative approach to theater education.
● Experience directing student productions.
● Excellent communication, classroom management, and organizational skills.
● Self-motivated, flexible, and collaborative team player.
● A passion for working with middle school students and the ability to inspire and engage them.
● Genuine concern for students and their learning success.
● Collaborative approach to working with other faculty members, administrators, and staff to further its mission.
● Excellent interpersonal and classroom management skills.
● Ability to be flexible and go with the flow in a dynamic school setting.
● Willingness to contribute to the broader school community.

Nichols School is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to growing a more diverse school community and cultivating a climate where every employee, student, and family can safely and authentically be themselves.