Junior High - Theatre Director

Magnolia ISD � Teacher, Theatre Director

Job Title: Teacher, Theatre Director Pay Grade: Teacher 

Reports to: Principal Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Dept./School: Junior High School  Calendar: 187 Days

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Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the overall theatre program, grades 7-8. Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular theatre activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements. Plan activities to achieve district, area, region, and state recognition.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of overall operation of theatre program

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing theatre

Ability to implement policy and procedures

Ability to interpret data

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Three (3) years teaching and theatre directing experience, or student teaching / approved internship experience preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Planning

1. Direct theatre performers.

2.Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student's eligibility to participate in theatre

3.Arrange transportation and meals for out-of-town events.

4.Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board policy in the theatre area.

5.Support theatre booster club activities and serve as liaison between theatre booster club members and the school's campus and district's administration.

6.Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.

7.Recommend policies to improve the program.

Budget and Inventory

8.Ensure that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.

9.Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.

10.Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.

11.Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets within the department.

12.Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all theatre equipment in addition to the overall care of the theatre room and auditorium facilities.

Instruction

13.Develop and implement plans for the theatre program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

14.Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

15.Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

16.Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

17.Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

18.Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Student Management

19.Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

20.Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips.

21.Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

22.Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers in addition to the District's Director of Fine Arts.

23.Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

24. Monitor the performance of assigned student teachers and student aides.

Working Conditions:

25. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district and occasional statewide travel; prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor and indoor work; exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather.