DMS - ASST DRAMA CLUB SPONSOR

USD 260; United States; On-site; USD 3,500 - 6,500; Part time

Job summary

A local middle school is seeking an Athletics/Activities Sponsor to lead student dramatic and musical productions. The role includes managing auditions, supervising production areas, and ensuring compliance with school policies. Candidates must have a fundamental knowledge of activities, possess required state certifications, and demonstrate the ability to oversee the production process effectively. This position offers a yearly supplemental contract based on activities and is expected to contribute to the students' artistic development.

Qualifications

• Fundamental knowledge of the activity is essential.
• Possess all required state certificates to coach.
• Ability to manage auditions and rehearsals.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of school dramatic/musical productions.
• Supervise play production aspects and adherence to policies.
• Assist in budget development and expense management.
• Assist in preparing costume designs, set designs, etc., with the aid of the assistant Directors.
• Assist in supervising the play production areas such as costumes, lighting, props, publicity, rehearsal, etc., with the aid of Assistant Director.
• Assist in making arrangements for borrowing props, furniture, costumes, etc.
• Assist in supervising the expenditure and collection of all monies.
• Assist in developing a recommended budget for next year.
• Assist in keeping an accurate inventory of all materials and supplies.
• Assist in recommending facility maintenance or improvements.
• Assist in assuming responsibility for the general upkeep and protection of equipment and materials associated with the activity while actually using a facility.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding the progress and development of the program.

Skills

Knowledge of dramatic and musical production

Ability to select instructional methods

Supervision of production areas

Education

All required certificates for the State of Kansas

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Activity Sponsor
• Date Posted: 4/1/2026
• Location: Derby Middle School
• Date Available: 2026-2027
• Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

All supplemental job descriptions are posted on our Job Description index. JD945

For specific information regarding coaching or other supplemental contract opportunities, contact:

• Derby High School - Mr. Russell Baldwin, District Activities/Athletic Director in the Athletic Office, [phone]
• Derby North Middle School - Lee Pernice, Asst Principal/Athletic Director for DNMS, [phone]
• Derby Middle School - Travis Olive, Asst Principal/Athletic Director for DMS, [phone]

Purpose

Lead in the production of a student dramatic/musical production and to follow the policies and procedures of Derby Public Schools.

Responsible to

Building Principal/Activities Leader

Salary

Per Annual Supplemental Contract

Classification of Employment

Exempt (if Certified)

Qualifications

• Have fundamental knowledge of the activity.
• Possess all certificates required for the State of Kansas.
• Ability to select from a variety of instruction methods.

Essential Functions

1. Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Assist in selecting a play for production with the approval of the Building Principal.
• Assist in seeing that all copyright and royalty agreements are completed.
• Assist in running auditions and select the cast and crew.
• Assist in developing a rehearsal schedule and keep rehearsal periods reasonable and within school policies.
• Assist in preparing costume designs, set designs, etc., with the aid of the assistant Directors.
• Assist in supervising the play production areas such as costumes, lighting, props, publicity, rehearsal, etc., with the aid of Assistant Director.
• Assist in making arrangements for borrowing props, furniture, costumes, etc.
• Assist in supervising the expenditure and collection of all monies.
• Assist in developing a recommended budget for next year.
• Assist in keeping an accurate inventory of all materials and supplies.
• Assist in recommending facility maintenance or improvements.
• Assist in assuming responsibility for the general upkeep and protection of equipment and materials associated with the activity while actually using a facility.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding the progress and development of the program.

2. Physical Requirements/ Environmental Conditions

• Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push objects over 50 lbs.
• Be able to sit on a bus for extended periods of time.
• Be able to assist an injured participant.
• Be able to be heard from distances necessary for the job.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work steady for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in hostile and emotional atmospheres.
• Occupationally exposed to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials based on task and procedures required.
• Tolerate temperature and weather fluctuations.
• Tolerate high levels of noise and/or music.
• Tolerate high levels of stress.

General Responsibilities

1. Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
2. Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
3. Comply with legal and regulatory requirements of the various governmental agencies.
4. Adhere to all district health and safety policies.
5. Perform all duties required by state and federal statutes and by Board of Education policy and action.
6. Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Building Principal and Activities Leader or other appropriate administrator.

n. Prepare with head sponsor a detailed annual report highlighting the activity accomplishments, participation levels and recommendations for improvement of the activity.