Middle School Drama Teacher (1-Year Parental Leave Replacement)
Position Type: Full-Time, 1-Year Position
Position Overview:
Kennedy Middle School is seeking a dynamic and student-centered Middle School Drama Teacher to join the Fine and Performing Arts Department for a one-year parental leave replacement. The successful candidate will provide standards-based drama instruction that promotes creativity, collaboration, communication, and performance skills in a supportive and inclusive classroom environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to working with diverse learners and fostering student engagement through theater arts.
Responsibilities:
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Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based drama instruction for middle school students
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Teach foundational theater skills, including acting, improvisation, movement, voice, script analysis, and ensemble performance
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Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
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Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
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Assess student progress using a variety of performance-based and classroom-based measures
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Provide opportunities for students to develop confidence, creativity, and collaboration skills through drama
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Maintain classroom materials, scripts, props, and instructional resources
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Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the school community and Fine and Performing Arts Department
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Education, Drama, Theatre Arts, Performing Arts, or related field
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Valid Massachusetts teaching license in Theatre/Drama or appropriate related licensure
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Demonstrated knowledge of drama/theater instruction and middle school learners
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Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
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Commitment to culturally responsive and inclusive teaching practices
Preferred Qualifications:
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Prior experience teaching drama or theater at the middle or high school level
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Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse students
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Experience directing or facilitating student performances or theater activities
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Ability to build strong relationships with students and foster a collaborative classroom culture
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references.
Salary:
As per the WEA contract. Salary ranges can be found on the Waltham Public Schools website under Contracts and Evaluations.
