Drama Club Advisor

Hadley Public Schools; Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 3,900 - 4,800; Part time

Job summary

Hopkins Academy in Hadley, MA is seeking a dynamic Drama Club Advisor to lead the grade 7–12 theater program for the school year. This after‑school position oversees producing, directing, and executing one full‑length spring performance.

The ideal candidate fosters an inclusive, creative environment, guiding acting, stagecraft, technical production, and teamwork across middle and high school levels. The role is stipend-based under the district co‑curricular schedule and reports to the building

Qualifications

• Experience directing or teaching theater in a secondary school setting.
• Familiarity with performance techniques and basic technical theater.
• Background checks: CORI and SAFIS; DESE Licensure preferred but not required for non‑staff.

Responsibilities

• Artistic Direction & Production for spring performance, including licensing and auditions.
• Plan and run after-school Drama Club meetings; supervise rehearsals and performances.
• Manage budget, ticketing, and logistics for events.
• Ensure safety and discipline per district policies.

Skills

Group management

Budgeting

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Tools

Lighting

Sound

Set design

Costume design

Job description

Drama Club Advisor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5917169

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TYPE: After-School Co-Curricular Stipend Position

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

STIPEND POSITION: $4,371.00

Position Overview

Hopkins Academy is seeking a dynamic, passionate Drama Club Advisor to lead our grade 7–12 theater program for the school year. This after‑school position is responsible for facilitating regular drama club meetings and producing, directing, and executing one full‑length Spring Performance (play or musical).

The ideal candidate will foster an inclusive, creative environment that introduces students to all aspects of theater—acting, stagecraft, technical production, and teamwork—while tailoring expectations appropriately across middle and high school grade levels.

Welcome to Hopkins Academy

Welcome to Hopkins AcademyThough once a private school, Hopkins Academy is Hadley’s outstanding public middle and high school for students in grades 7-12. The school excels in academics compared to the majority of public schools in Massachusetts. In fact, U.S. News and World Report (December 2010) has voted Hopkins Academy one of the top schools in the nation.

Job Requirements

• Key Responsibilities
  1. Artistic Direction & Production (Spring Performance)
  Select an age-appropriate script/musical approved by school administration, managing licensing and rights.
  Organize and conduct auditions, casting, and rehearsal schedules (held primarily after school).
  Direct students in character development, vocal projection, blocking, and stage movement.
  Oversee all technical production aspects, including set design/construction, lighting, sound, props, and costumes (coordinating student crew members or volunteers as needed).
  Coordinate logistics for show dates (ticketing, front‑of‑house, playbill/program design, and venue setup).
  2. Club Supervision & Instruction
  Plan and run regular after‑school Drama Club meetings throughout the school year, focusing on theater games, improvisation, acting techniques, and technical theater basics.
  Provide supervision during all rehearsals, performances, and club activities, maintaining safety and student discipline in accordance with District Policies and Student Handbooks.
  Verify student academic eligibility and attendance compliance according to district co‑curricular standards.
  3. Administration & Operational Duties
  Manage the drama club budget, including ticket sales revenue, material costs, and licensing fees.
  Maintain open communication with parents/guardians, school administration, custodial staff, and IT/facilities regarding schedules and space utilization.
  Ensure proper care, storage, and inventory of theatrical equipment, tools, and costumes.
  Qualifications & Requirements
  Education & Experience: Prior experience directing, teaching, or participating in theater productions (secondary school environment preferred).
  Knowledge: Familiarity with both performance techniques and basic technical theater (lighting, sound, set design).
  Licensure/Clearance:
  Must pass mandatory Massachusetts CORI and SAFIS (Fingerprinting) background checks.
  DESE Educator Licensure preferred, but not required for non‑staff applicants.
  Skills: Excellent communication, group management, budgeting, and organizational skills; ability to engage and mentor a diverse group of middle and high school students.
  Work Schedule & Compensation
  Hours: After school hours (typically 2–4 afternoons per week, increasing frequency leading up to Tech Week and the Spring show).
  Term: Early Fall through the completion of the Spring Performance.
  Compensation: Annual stipend per the local Teachers’ Association Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) / District Co‑Curricular Stipend Schedule.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Hadley Public Schools
• 125 Russell Street
• HADLEY, Massachusetts 01035
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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