Drama Teacher

Alrajhi Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UAE seeks a qualified candidate to produce drama videos and live performances for schools. The role involves planning and directing student performances and developing engaging drama activities. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Drama and experience in teaching, with a passion for inspiring students. Flexibility, communication skills, and the ability to integrate technology into instruction are essential. The position requires travel primarily within the UAE.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching drama or performing arts, preferably in a school setting.
• Strong understanding of drama pedagogy and performance techniques.
• Proficiency in integrating technology into drama instruction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and supervise manufacturing of relevant merchandise for performances.
• Plan, organize, and direct student performances, including plays and skits.
• Assess students and teachers through observation and performance evaluations.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to inspire and motivate students

Strong organizational and time management skills

Flexibility to adapt to management's requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Drama or related field

Job description

Overview

The role responsibilities are based on a literature based project with original contents, special characters and wide range of genres. The role is aimed at producing drama videos and live performances for schools. The candidate should be able to travel mainly to the UAE and possibly other countries in the same region to prepare for live performances in schools.

Outside school environment responsibilities

• Develop and supervise manufacturing of relevant merchandise, such as puppets and mascots.
• Paying close attention to smallest details and aiming for the best quality in using the right fabrics and accessories to achieve the closest replica of the provided 3D model.
• Follow up with the manufacturing process and provide regular updates to the management.
• Develop and deliver engaging drama activities in different schools.
• Participate in video clips made for kids to demonstrate the usage of the literature app.
• Create model videos employing the puppets in a classroom environment to guide students and teachers.
• Work professionally with cameraman and provide insights while shooting the model videos.

Inside classroom environment

• Plan, organize, and direct student performances, including plays, skits, and improvisational activities.
• Use creativity, collaboration, and self-expression skills in classroom drama activities and drama based school-wide events.
• Assess students and teachers through observation, performance evaluations, and constructive feedback.
• Communicate regularly with the management and develop future plans for continuous growth.
• Stay current with trends in drama education and participate in professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Drama, Theater Arts, Performing Arts, Education, or a related field.
• Some level of experience in teaching drama or performing arts, preferably in a school setting.
• Strong understanding of drama pedagogy, performance techniques, and curriculum development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students of varying abilities and backgrounds.
• Proficiency in integrating technology into drama instruction.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexibility to adapt execution of projects methods according to management's requirements.
• Willingness to participate in school drama events, plays and performances, and classroom drama activities.