Teacher 2026-2027 / Secondary Theatre Arts Director/Asst. Director (Fall Vacancies)

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas public school district is seeking a Head High School Theatre Teacher to develop and maintain an engaging theatre arts program. This role involves leading students, managing productions, and collaborating with fine arts staff. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree and a valid teaching certification in theatre arts, with at least three years of successful teaching experience. The position requires strong leadership, motivation skills, and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited institution.
• Valid teaching certificate in theatre arts.
• Minimum of three years successful teaching experience in theatre arts required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a safe classroom environment.
• Recruit and retain students in the theatre arts program.
• Prepare and stage productions for successful performances.

Skills

Leadership

Cooperation

Motivational skills

Knowledge of EdTA and U.I.L. rules

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Valid teaching certificate in theatre arts

Tools

Theatrical lighting and sound consoles

Standard instructional equipment

Job description

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university;
• Valid teaching certificate in theatre arts;
• Successful completion of student teaching/internship or alternative certification program (ACP);
• Demonstrates skills in leading, motivating, and cooperating with students, parents, teachers, and administrators;
• Knowledge of EdTA and U.I.L. rules and procedures;
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction;
• Demonstrate ability to develop and maintain a large, successful theatre arts program in a public school setting;
• Head Directors must have a minimum of three (3) years successful teaching experience in theatre arts in the public school setting.

Terms Of Employment

Probationary/Term Contract: 187 days.

Salary

Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees.

Additional stipend as approved.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain a safe classroom environment conducive to effective teaching and learning;
• Recruit and retain students in the theatre arts program;
• Collaborate with building fine arts staff and vertical staff;
• Maintain emotional control under stress;
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior;
• Maintain confidentiality;
• Work frequent prolonged and irregular hours;
• Prepare students for success at auditions and competitions;
• Prepare and stage productions for successful performances and competitions;
• Head Directors will be expected to mentor and train assistant director(s) when appropriate;
• Head Directors will manage the budget, fundraising, equipment inventory, and performing arts facilities (where applicable);
• Work with booster club (where applicable) to implement approved goals;
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

Additional Application Requirements for Head HS Theatre Teachers

Applicants for HS assistant roles and all MS roles are invited to submit the same, but not required.

Please Attach To The Application Supporting Portfolio Materials In The Form Of a Document Or a Document Containing Weblink(s) To Samples Of Your Work As a Theatrical Artist Or Educator. This Document Or Website May Include Any Of The Following:

• Sample lesson plans and/or instructional materials you have designed
• Video sample of work directed, co-directed, or served as an assistant director
• Sample of director or stage manager’s prompt book
• Sample of any theatrical design work in the form of photos, renderings, drawings, or the like
• Sample of relevant course work projects

Experienced teachers may also include examples of student work. Please clearly label these examples as “student work.”

Working Conditions

Tools/equipment used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment, hand and power tools, theatrical lighting, sound consoles, and other theatrical/stage equipment.

Posture: Frequent, prolonged standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing.

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing.

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds); may lift and move building materials, costumes, lighting equipment, props, sound equipment, etc.

Environment: Exposure to set construction debris, dust, paint, and other items associated with theatrical production. Must be comfortable with heights.

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent travel and frequent travel by school bus.

Application Information

Applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed.

Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

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