Fall Play Director (26-27 School Year)

Barrington Community Unit School District 220; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Fall Play Director for the Middle School to direct the annual fall production, organize student auditions, cast performers, and plan rehearsals. The role collaborates with the Director of Fine, Visual & Performing Arts and middle school administration to deliver a high quality theatrical experience.

This stipend position emphasizes student leadership, teamwork, and growth, with responsibilities outside the regular school day and weekend events.

Qualifications

• Experience directing theatrical productions, particularly at the secondary level.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical staff and performing arts colleagues.
• Experience working with and mentoring middle school students.
• Ability to lead rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances outside of the regular school day.

Responsibilities

• Select and direct the fall play with appropriate staff.
• Organize auditions and cast students.
• Plan and lead rehearsals and develop schedules.
• Prepare students for technical rehearsals and performances.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to meet production needs.
• Coordinate costumes, sets, props, and lighting timelines.
• Communicate schedules and deadlines to the team.
• Promote the production within the school community.

Skills

Directing

Organizational skills

Communication

Collaboration

Mentoring

Rehearsal leadership

Middle school

Job description

• Position Type:
  Activities/Stipend Positions
  
• Date Posted:
  10/6/2026
  
• Date Available:
  ASAP
  
• Closing Date:
  When Filled
  

Position Title: Fall Play Director, Middle School

Reports To: Director of Fine, Visual & Performing Arts and Middle School Administration Coordinates with Directing Staff Season:Fall

Position Summary

Stipend Responsibilities

• Select (in collaboration with appropriate staff) and direct the annual fall play production.
• Organize and conduct student auditions and casting.
• Plan and lead rehearsals for the production.
• Develop rehearsal schedules and maintain a clear rehearsal calendar for students and families.
• Prepare students for technical rehearsals and performances at the school.

Collaboration with Production Staff

• Work collaboratively with school staff and volunteers to support the artistic and technical needs of the production.
• Coordinate timelines for production elements such as costumes, simple sets, props, and lighting as appropriate for the production.
• Communicate production needs and deadlines to members of the production team.

Communication and Organization

• Maintain clear communication with students and families regarding rehearsal schedules, expectations, and performance information.
• Assist with coordination of performance logistics including programs, basic publicity, and communication with the school community.
• Support promotion of the production within the school community.

Student Leadership & Educational Support

• Foster a supportive and inclusive rehearsal environment that encourages high levels of student participation and teamwork.
• Guide students in character development, acting techniques, and stage performance.
• Encourage student involvement in backstage or technical roles when appropriate.
• Support students in developing confidence, collaboration skills, and an appreciation for theatre.

Qualifications

• Experience directing theatrical productions, particularly at the secondary level.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical staff and performing arts colleagues.
• Experience working with and mentoring middle school students
• Ability to lead rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances outside of the regular school day.

Expected Student Contact Beyond Teaching Contract

100-120 Hours

Expected Weekend and Holiday Competitions/Performances/Events/Travel

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, talk, conduct, demonstrate and listen.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move theatrical equipment, display boards, speakers, risers, costumes and other supplies

Terms of Employment

Completed by the Office of Human Resources

This job description outlines the baseline responsibilities and expectations for the stipend position. It includes, but is not limited to, the duties and qualifications listed above. Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed to meet the goals and objectives of the department or organization.