Company Overview
Needham Extended Day Program is a dedicated non-profit organization providing before and after school care for children attending Needham Public Schools. Our programs are located within each elementary school, fostering a safe and enriching environment for young learners.
Drama Teacher
Schedule: 30 hours per week
NEDP is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and experienced Drama Teacher to lead theater programming for students in grades K–5 across our five school-based programs.
The Drama Teacher will develop and lead engaging, inclusive theater experiences throughout the school year, culminating in full-scale theatrical productions. Through acting, singing, movement, technical theater, and collaborative experiences, the Drama Teacher will help children build confidence, creativity, communication skills, and a sense of belonging.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead age-appropriate drama programming for students in grades K–5.
- Select and develop theatrical productions appropriate for elementary-aged students.
- Coordinate all aspects of productions, including auditions, casting, rehearsals, blocking, music, choreography, costumes, props, sets, and technical theater.
- Develop rehearsal schedules and communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and program leadership.
- Create an inclusive environment that provides meaningful opportunities for children of varying ages, abilities, and levels of theater experience.
- Use positive teacher language and effective classroom management strategies to support student engagement and behavior.
- Manage programming, productions, materials, costumes, and resources across five school-based sites.
- Collaborate with Site Coordinators, educators, and program leadership to ensure successful rehearsals and performances.
Qualifications
- Experience in theater, drama education, performing arts, education, or a related field.
- Experience working with elementary-aged children strongly preferred.
- Ability to plan and manage theatrical productions from initial concept through final performance.
- Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills.
- A creative, flexible, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with children.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a larger team.
- Reliable transportation and the ability to travel between NEDP school sites.
NEDP’s drama program has grown beyond what we ever imagined when it began and has become a beloved part of the experience we provide to children and families. We are looking for someone special to build upon that foundation and lead the program into its next chapter.
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
