High School Musical Director

Gehlen-Catholic-School-1; Le Mars (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gehlen Catholic School in Le Mars, IA seeks an inspiring High School Musical Director to lead the 9-12 Drama Department in producing its annual musical. The role coordinates all aspects of production to ensure a safe, creative, and highly instructional environment that reflects the school's faith-based values.

The ideal candidate will direct rehearsals, collaborate with staff, manage the production budget, and mentor students to become confident communicators and compassionate citizens.

Qualifications

• Previous experience directing or assisting high school, youth, or community theater productions.
• Basic understanding of theatrical stagecraft, repertoire, vocal mechanics, and production timelines.
• Strong time-management, communication, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Production & Artistic Leadership: select scripts, oversee auditions, assign roles, and block scenes.
• Rehearsal Coordination: plan after-school/weekend schedules and teach acting fundamentals.
• Department Collaboration: coordinate with Choral Director, instrumental staff, and volunteers.
• Administrative Management: secure scripts/licensing, manage budget, and supervise crew.
• Faith & Mission Alignment: mentor students to reflect Christian values in teamwork.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Organization

Musical literacy

Job description

Description

Gehlen Catholic School seeks an inspiring, organized High School Musical Director to lead our 9-12Drama Department in producing its annual musical. The ideal candidate coordinates all aspects of the production to ensure a safe, creative, and highly instructional environment. They must align the theatrical experience with Gehlen Catholic's core values of faith, leadership, service, and Christ-centered sportsmanship.

Essential Responsibilities

• Production & Artistic Leadership: Select a script and score that match community standards and maximize student participation. Oversee auditions, assign cast roles, and block all dramatic stage scenes.
• Rehearsal Coordination: Plan and execute after-school and weekend rehearsal schedules. Teach participating 9-12 grade students acting fundamentals, stage presence, and performance etiquette.
• Department Collaboration: Work directly with the 7-12 Choral Director, instrumental music instructors, and technical volunteers to weave vocals, pit instrumentation, choreography, and stage sets into a unified production.
• Administrative Management: Secure scripts and performance licensing. Manage the allocated production budget, coordinate ticket marketing, and supervise student stagehands and crew members.
• Faith & Mission Alignment: Mentor students to become effective communicators and responsible citizens. Ensure the backstage and onstage environment foster teamwork, mutual respect, and Christian values.

Requirements

• Experience: Previous experience directing or assisting with high school, youth, or community theater productions is highly preferred.
• Musical Literacy: A basic understanding of theatrical stagecraft, repertoire, vocal mechanics, and structural production timelines.
• Skills: Exceptional time-management, direct communication, and group organizational skills.
• Compliance: Must complete a standard background check, fingerprinting, and Diocesan Virtus Volunteer Training.