Theatre OR Speech and Drama Teacher

iLearn Schools; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

iLearn Schools seeks a Theatre/ Speech and Dramatics teacher for grades 9–12. You will teach public speaking and theatre electives, develop lesson plans, and direct two mainstage theatre productions annually.

The role requires CEAS or CE endorsements for Speech and Dramatics and a NJ teaching certificate or eligibility, plus willingness to travel to district events and perform related duties as assigned by the School Director.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of how to teach public speaking and theatre to high school students.
• Ability to organize lesson plans, manage rehearsals, and direct performances.
• Familiarity with data information systems, data analysis, and action planning.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state education laws and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Direct two mainstage theatre productions per year.
• Teach theatre electives and public speaking courses to grades 9-12.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and assess student performances.
• Coordinate rehearsals, lighting, and sets, and supervise performance productions.

Skills

Public speaking coaching

Effective communication with students/

Data analysis / action plans

Education laws knowledge

Organization

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Teacher of Theatre OR Speech and Dramatics

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Director, the Speech and Drama teacher is responsible for helping students learn the listening and speaking skills behind public speaking through speech and drama. This is a speech and theatre teaching position in grades 9-12. In addition to teaching public speaking courses and theatre electives, the position is expected to direct two mainstage theatre productions each year.

Essential Functions

• A drama teacher educates his or her students in different acting styles, methods, and techniques. Teaching drama means training pupils in how to communicate, control and project their voices, and present themselves. The responsibilities of a drama educator may include creating lesson plans, teaching students about plays and the history of drama, assisting students in creating their own dramatic pieces, organizing and managing the learning environment, directing performance rehearsals, helping to assemble and manage lighting and sets, and assessing students' performance.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the School Director and other central office administrators as designated by the CEO.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working as a drama teacher requires flexibility, determination, and lots of energy. Especially when teaching in a school environment, dedication to the task at hand and a love of your job will serve you well.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Certification and License

Qualifications Profile: NJ Standard, CEAS, or CE as a Teacher of Speech and Dramatics (Endorsement #1451 OR #1440) and Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's Degree preferred.

Experience

• Candidates preferably will have had prior college‑level theatrical performing/directing experience.