Fall Play Director - High School

Triton High School; Erwin (NC); On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Full time

Job summary

Triton High School is seeking a Fall Play Director to provide artistic direction for the school's annual fall production. You will lead rehearsals, select the play with administration, and guide students through auditions, performance, and backstage responsibilities.

The role emphasizes creating an educational, inclusive, and collaborative experience that aligns with Triton Public Schools' values. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential to manage schedules, volunteers, and

Qualifications

• Experience directing theatrical productions or working in theater preferred.
• Experience working with high school students preferred.
• Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of acting, stage direction, and theatrical production processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, parents, and community volunteers.
• Minnesota teaching license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize all aspects of the fall play from auditions through final performances.
• Direct rehearsals while teaching acting techniques, stage movement, characterization, and performance skills.
• Develop rehearsal schedules and ensure productions remain on schedule.
• Coordinate production needs including costumes, props, sets, lighting, sound, makeup, and stage management.
• Recruit and supervise student crews and coordinate volunteers as needed.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, administration, and school staff regarding schedules, expectations, and performances.

Skills

Theatrical direction

High school mentoring

Organization

Communication

Time management

Budget awareness

Education

Minnesota teaching license

Job description

Fall Play Director – Triton High School

Location: Triton High School

Overview

The Fall Play Director provides leadership and artistic direction for Triton High School's annual fall theatrical production. This position is responsible for creating a positive, educational, and engaging experience for students while fostering creativity, collaboration, confidence, and a passion for the performing arts. The director works closely with students, school staff, families, and community volunteers to produce a high-quality performance that reflects the values and mission of Triton Public Schools.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Direction

• Select an appropriate production in collaboration with school administration.
• Plan and organize all aspects of the fall play from auditions through final performances.
• Direct rehearsals while teaching acting techniques, stage movement, characterization, and performance skills.
• Develop rehearsal schedules and ensure productions remain on schedule.

Student Development

• Foster creativity, confidence, teamwork, leadership, and responsibility among student performers and crew members.
• Provide a positive, inclusive environment where all students feel valued and supported.
• Encourage commitment, professionalism, and personal growth incorporating Triton's Profile of a Graduate through participation in theater.

Production Management

• Coordinate production needs including costumes, props, sets, lighting, sound, makeup, and stage management.
• Recruit and supervise student crews and coordinate volunteers as needed.
• Work within established budgets and maintain production materials and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, administration, and school staff regarding schedules, expectations, and performances.
• Collaborate with custodial staff, activities personnel, technical support, and other directors at Triton to ensure successful productions.
• Represent Triton Fine Arts and Activities in a positive and professional manner.

Student Safety & School Expectations

• Supervise students during rehearsals, performances, and related activities.
• Promote responsible citizenship, respect, and positive behavior.
• Ensure compliance with district policies and procedures while maintaining a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience directing theatrical productions or working in theater preferred.
• Experience working with high school students preferred.
• Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of acting, stage direction, and theatrical production processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, parents, and community volunteers.
• Minnesota teaching license preferred but not required.

Compensation

Compensation is based on Schedule C of the Triton Education Association Master Agreement.

For questions about the position or requirements, please contact Brandon Neseth via phone at 507-272-1115 or email at [e-mail].