High School Assistant Play Director

TeachIowa; Gowrie Township (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Southeast Valley CSD in Gowrie, Iowa is seeking a part-time High School Assistant Play Director to support the production of the district's high school play. The role involves assisting with auditions, casting, rehearsals, and performances, and helping students with character development and performance skills.

You will maintain a positive rehearsal environment, assist with costumes and production needs, and support backstage and technical duties. Evening and weekend commitments may be required.

Qualifications

• Theatre, drama or performing arts experience preferred.
• Experience working with high school students preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Play Director.
• Ability to motivate and supervise students.
• Must meet Southeast Valley CSD extracurricular personnel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with auditions, casting, rehearsals and performances.
• Support students with character development and performance skills.
• Help maintain a positive, organized rehearsal environment.
• Assist with costumes, props, scenery, makeup and production needs.
• Assist backstage and technical responsibilities during performances.
• Supervise and support students during rehearsals and performances.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals, performances and related activities.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and others involved.

Skills

Theatre experience

High school students

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Motivation

Reliability

Job description

High School Assistant Play Director

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Job Details

Job ID: 5869782
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

Southeast Valley Community School District is seeking a High School Assistant Play Director to assist with the production of the district's high school play.

Position Responsibilities

The Assistant Play Director will work closely with the Play Director to:

• Assist with auditions, casting, rehearsals, and performances.
• Support students with character development, memorization, blocking, and performance skills.
• Help maintain a positive, organized, and encouraging rehearsal environment.
• Assist with costumes, props, scenery, set changes, makeup, and other production needs.
• Assist with backstage and technical responsibilities during performances.
• Supervise and support students throughout rehearsals and performances.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals, performances, and production-related activities.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and other individuals involved in the production.
• Perform other duties related to the high school play as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous theatre, drama, performing arts, or related experience preferred.
• Experience working with high school students preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Play Director.
• Ability to positively motivate and supervise students.
• Must be dependable and available for scheduled rehearsals and performances.
• Must meet all Southeast Valley CSD requirements for extracurricular personnel.

Schedule

This is an extracurricular/seasonal position. Rehearsal and performance schedules will be determined based on the high school play production calendar. Evening and occasional weekend commitments may be required.

Position Type: Part-time
Job Categories:

Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Classroom Teacher > Arts: Drama

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Brian Johnson , Superintendent
• Southeast Valley High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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