Drama Teacher

TrulyHired; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools seeks a qualified Theater teacher to develop and deliver a robust high school drama program. You will design lessons, guide students through performances, and collaborate with the Department of Fine & Performing Arts to create engaging theatre experiences for the school and community.

The ideal candidate will hold NJ theater certification and a Master’s in Theater Arts or related field, with proven high school teaching experience and strong collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a New Jersey Theater teacher certificate.
• Master's degree in theater arts or theater design & technology.
• Experience teaching high school students.
• Knowledge of theater pedagogy and curriculum planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer Drama classes aligned with district goals and objectives.
• Arrange opportunities for students to present performances during and after school hours.
• Plan, rehearse, and direct student programs for the school and community.
• Coordinate drama trips and performances; build partnerships with community members, theatre companies, and colleges.
• Foster a dynamic curriculum that engages students and builds empathy, creativity, and analytical skills in theater.
• Deliver daily lessons that promote high student engagement in a student-centered environment.

Skills

Theater pedagogy

High school teaching

Curriculum development

Collaboration with staff

Student engagement

Education

Master's degree in Theater Arts or Theater Design & Technology

New Jersey Theater Teacher Certification

Job description

Overview

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Qualifications

• Must hold a New Jersey Theater teacher certificate.
• Must hold a masters degree in theater arts or theater design & technology.
• Have excellent experience in teaching and working with high school students.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the content field and describe ways in which the content can be organized into lessons for high school students.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and good moral character.
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with staff and families.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues in and out of the Department of Fine & Performing Arts.
• Demonstrated knowledge of theater pedagogy appropriate for high school.
• Develops and administers Drama classes consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Arranges opportunities for students to present performances both during and after school hours.
• Plans, rehearses, and directs students programs for the school and community.
• Ability to plan drama trips and performances. Build partnerships with community members, theatre companies and colleges; coordinate after school practices for performances.
• Develop a dynamic curriculum that fosters a love of theater and the arts and builds student empathy, creativity, and analytical skills.
• Develop daily lessons that produce a high level of student engagement in a student-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers Drama classes aligned with school district goals and objectives.
• Arrange opportunities for students to present performances during and after school hours.
• Plan, rehearse, and direct student programs for the school and community.
• Coordinate drama trips and performances; build partnerships with community members, theatre companies, and colleges; coordinate after school practices for performances.
• Foster a dynamic curriculum that engages students and builds empathy, creativity, and analytical skills in theater.
• Deliver daily lessons that promote high student engagement in a student-centered environment.