Description | PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university;
- Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned;
- Strong communication skills;
- Demonstrates skills in leading, motivating and cooperating with students, parents, teachers and administrators;
- Knowledge of EdTA and U.I.L. rules and procedures;
- General knowledge of curriculum and instruction;
- Demonstrate ability to grow and maintain a large, successful theatre arts program in a public school setting;
- Head Directors must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a secondary public school director.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
- Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develop and maintain a safe classroom environment conducive to effective teaching and learning;
- Recruit and retain students in the theatre arts program;
- Collaborate with building fine arts staff and vertical staff;
- Maintain emotional control under stress;
- Demonstrate professional, ethical and responsible behavior;
- Maintain confidentiality;
- Work frequent prolonged and irregular hours;
- Prepare students for success at auditions and competitions;
- Prepare and stage productions for successful performances and competitions;
- Head Directors will be expected to mentor and train assistant director(s) when appropriate;
- Head Directors will manage the budget, fundraising, equipment inventory, and performing arts facilities (where applicable);
- Work with booster club (where applicable) to implement approved goals.
- Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
Attendance
- Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function
Instructional Strategies
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
- Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Student Growth and Development
- Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Assume responsibility for approved extracurricular activities or outside activities for which you are the sponsor.
- Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.
Classroom Management and Organization
- Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Communication
- Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Professional Growth and Development
- Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
- Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct the work of instructional aide(s), if assigned.
MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
- Tools/equipment used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment, hand and power tools, theatrical lighting, sound consoles, and other theatrical/stage equipment.
- Posture: Frequent, prolonged standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
- Motion: Frequent walking, climbing.
- Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds); may lift and move building materials, costumes, lighting equipment, props, sound equipment, etc.
- Environment: Exposure to set construction debris, dust, paint and other items associated with theatrical production. Must be comfortable with heights.
- Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent travel and frequent travel by school bus.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Probationary/Term Contract: 187 days
SALARY:
Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees
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APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Applications will be reviewed
Not all applicants will be interviewed
Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.
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