Career Center

Job Title: Middle School Theater Teacher and Director

Credentials and Requirements: Master’s in Theater Education or a related field preferred, or equivalent in teaching experience (7 or more years strongly preferred)

Reports to: Middle School Division Head 

Primary Responsibilities: Teach theater classes to Grades 5-8; public speaking coaching in Grade 4; direct and produce student theater productions; collaborate with colleagues to design experiences for students; communicate and partner with parents and grade-level teams

Hours/Classification: 100%, Exempt; 10 months

Salary Range*:  $95,000 - $125,000

(*Salaries at Hamlin are based on years of experience.)

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Expectation of Employee Civility and Commitment 

The Hamlin School seeks to hire employees who will support and implement the school’s mission and Creed at all times. Hamlin employees are known for being compassionate, collaborative, and dedicated professionals who treat their colleagues and supervisors with respect and who take seriously the daily care of Hamlin students. As such, Hamlin employees pay close attention to the students’ social-emotional well-being, their physical and mental health, and their moral development. Hamlin employees are also committed to their own personal and professional growth; thus, they pay close attention to the research and innovations that impact their respective fields. All employees are expected to be flexible thinkers and nimble actors in support of the school’s overarching strategic goals and demonstrate a commitment to their colleagues’ success.

At The Hamlin School, we are committed to a policy of equal employment for all applicants and employees. As part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace, we recruit and hire applicants with diverse backgrounds and with professional experience that shows their commitment to K-8 education and to being a contributing member of the community.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, articulate, and implement Middle School Theater Program program for a range of learners in Grades 5-8. Teach drama classes in for Grades 5 and 6 focusing on monologues and scene work; fall semester theater elective for Grades 7 and 8 culminating in a play in January; and a semester-long spring musical for the whole Grade 8 class with performances in early June.
• Lead the Grade 8 spring musical capstone project and team as the producer and director
• Provide public speaking coaching for Grade 4 students for “VIP” presentations throughout the year
• Prepare students for special event performances (e.g. assemblies, open house, community events)
• Design lessons that model creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking
• Draw on multiple genres and a wide range of cultures to guide instruction
• Identify materials, resources, and technology needs for program
• Include use of appropriate technology tools and resources for instruction
• Create and update class web pages
• Communicate with parents about the Middle School theater program
• Attend collaborative discussions and sharing of student concerns
• Actively participate in division meetings, admissions, and other school events
• Pursue relevant opportunities for professional growth and development
• Evaluate students on a trimester and/or semester schedule with written report cards
• Supervise students in other venues such as recess, lunch, field trips, outdoor education, etc. 
• Participate in an outdoor education trip for 3-4 nights (additional stipend paid)
• Provide 1:1/small-group student learning support during flex time and other parts of the school day
• Perform other duties consistent with the above responsibilities

About The Hamlin School

The Hamlin School seeks employees who will support and implement the school’s educational mission and live the ethical values expressed in the Hamlin Creed: compassion; courage; honesty; respect; and responsibility. Hamlin employees strive to be self-aware, caring, collaborative, flexible, committed to their professional growth, and dedicated to excellence in education for girls.

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