DMS - DRAMA CLUB SPONSOR

USD 260; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking an Activity Sponsor to lead student dramatic and musical productions. The role requires knowledge of the activity and management of production elements, including auditions and budget preparation. Candidates must hold the necessary Kansas certificates and be able to engage with students effectively. Physical exertion is also required to handle various responsibilities, making this a dynamic position within the school environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead in the production of a student dramatic/musical production.
• Supervise the expenditure and collection of all monies.
• Develop and keep an accurate inventory of all materials and supplies.
• Develop a rehearsal schedule within school policies.
• Prepare costume and set designs with the aid of the director.
• Supervise production areas (costumes, lighting, props, publicity, rehearsal).
• Arrange borrowing of props, furniture, costumes with the aid of the director.
• Supervise expenditures and collections of monies.
• Supervise assistants and delineate duties.
• Develop a recommended budget for next year.
• Maintain inventory of materials and supplies.
• Recommend facility maintenance or improvements.
• Ensure upkeep and protection of equipment/materials during use.
• Communicate progress with supervisors and prepare annual report.

Skills

Fundamental knowledge of the activity

Variety of instruction methods

Instruction methods selection

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Activity Sponsor
• Date Posted: 3/10/2026
• Location: Derby Middle School
• Date Available: 2026-2027
• Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

All supplemental job descriptions are posted on our Job Description index. JD944
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

• Select a play for production with the approval of the Building Principal.
• See that all copyright and royalty agreements are completed.
• Run auditions and select the cast and crew.
• Develop a rehearsal schedule and keep rehearsal periods reasonable and within school policies.
• Prepare costume designs, set designs, etc., with the aid of the assistant Directors.
• Supervise the play production areas such as: costumes, lighting, props, publicity, rehearsal, etc., with the aid of Assistant Director.
• Make arrangements for borrowing props, furniture, costumes, etc., with the aid of the Assistant Director.
• Supervise the expenditure and collection of all monies.
• Supervise Assistant, if assigned, and delineate duties and responsibilities.
• Develop a recommended budget for next year.
• Keep an accurate inventory of all materials and supplies.
• Recommend facility maintenance or improvements.
• Assume 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.
• Prepare with Assistant a detailed annual report highlighting the activity accomplishments, participation levels and recommendations for improvement of the activity.

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

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

Postings current as of 3/12/2026 2:15:16 AM CST.

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