Drama Club Assistant Director/ Choreographer (Grades 5-6)

TrulyHired; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 1,200 - 2,000; Part time

Job summary

Independence Local Schools seeks a part-time Drama Club Assistant Director/Choreographer for grades 5-6. You will assist the director in leading a middle school drama program, directing rehearsals, coaching voice and movement, and coordinating with parents and PTO to produce a musical performance for the 2026-2027 school year.

This role emphasizes creative direction, teamwork, and safe supervision of students, with a schedule of after-school rehearsals and a final performance window.

Qualifications

• Experience directing youth theater or teaching drama.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and work with children and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rehearsals twice a week after school (2 hours each) and supervise students, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Direct students in acting, movement, voice, and stage presence with constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with the assistant director/choreographer on blocking and movement.
• Coordinate with PTO, parents, and student volunteers for sets, costumes, props, and calendars.
• Lead tech week with about 16 hours of rehearsals spread over 4 days before performances.

Skills

Youth theater directing

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Vocal coaching

Job description

Job Description

Independence Local Schools

Supplemental Position

Drama Club Assistant Director/ Choreographer (Grades 5-6)

2026-2027 School Year

Position Summary

The Drama Club Assistant Director/ Choreographer (Grades 5-6) will assist the Director to lead and direct the 5th- and 6th-grade Drama Club, fostering students' creativity, confidence, and collaboration through the production of a musical performance. This position involves running rehearsals and coordinating with the PTO and parent volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rehearsals twice a week after school (2 hours each) and supervise students, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Direct students in acting, movement, voice, and stage presence while providing feedback and encouragement to foster skill development and teamwork.
• Collaborate with the assistant director/choreographer about blocking and movement.
• Team up with PTO, parents, and student volunteers on sets, costumes, props, and calendars.
• Lead and oversee tech week of approximately 16 hours of rehearsals (spread over 4 days) leading up to the 2 performances.

Skills & Experience Required

• Prior experience directing youth theater, teaching drama or voice, or leading performing arts activities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of theater production elements (blocking, stage movement, basic technical theater), strong vocal ability, and proficiency in teaching children to sing.
• Experience engaging and managing middle schoolage students with creativity, flexibility, and patience in working with young performers.
• Must pass required background checks.

Potential Showtimes

• Option 1 - Start September 20, 2026 - Performance December 19-20, 2026 with after-school practices.
• Option 2 - Start November 6, 2026 - Performance February 13-14, 2027 with after-school practices.

Compensation

• Stipend Range: .026 of the base for Director ($1375.00). Additional compensation for the Assistant/Choreographer is available.