Job Title: Theatre Teacher

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt

Reports to: Principal or Director

Dept./School: As assigned/ As assigned

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in Theatre to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Provide multiple opportunities to participate in extracurricular theatre activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements. Direct and manage the overall theatre program for the campus and district. Plan and administer theatre activities in accordance with campus and district expectations. Plan and prepare to provide students the opportunity to achieve district, region, state, and national recognition

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor\"s degree from accredited university; Master\"s Degree with a minimum of 18 hours in Theatre preferred for Dual Credit

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of theatre and film

Ability to instruct students and manager their behavior

Knowledge of overall operation of a high school theatre program

Ability to manage budget and activity funds

Knowledge of state, UIL, and ITS policies governing theatre activities

Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Experience:

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Salary Information:

• Paygrade: Board-approved teacher hiring scale
• Days: 187

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Direct high school theatre students in various educational theatre components including, but not limited to, acting, costuming, make-up, set design and construction, lighting, sound, technical theatre, and directing.
• Establish performance/participation requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student\"s eligibility to participate in theatre activities.
• Provide for student participation at extracurricular theatre events, including various performance venues, UIL, TxETA, and ITS activities.
• Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
• Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, UIL rules, ITS rules, and local school board policy in the theatre area.
• Support theatre booster club activities.
• Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and to ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.
• Recommend policies to improve the program.
• Ensure that funds are managed wisely.
• Coordinate fundraising activities and manage activity account funds.
• Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets within the department.
• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all theatre equipment, props, costume components, etc.
• Apply and enforce theatre handbook.
• Accompany and supervise on all trips.
• Work to provide campus, district, and community awareness of theatre activities and performances.
• Provide supervisory leadership and guidance for the junior high theatre program.
• 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 differences in 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.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• 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.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Actively participate in district theatre performance opportunities, as requested.
• 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.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Prepare annual program budget, and disburse funds in accordance with district policy.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Administer and supervise all booster club activities.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals;standard instructional equipment; lighting equipment and sound equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Sealy ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.