Secondary Teacher - Theatre

Job Title: Teacher - Middle School TheatreReports to: PrincipalReceives Guidance From: Principal, Lead Teacher, AdministratorOvertime Status: Compliant with position, salary, and FLSA regulationsJob PurposeA Middle School Theatre Teacher in the Lamar County School District is expected to provide engaging, standards-based instruction in theatre arts while helping students develop creativity, collaboration, communication, and performance skills. This role fosters student growth through acting, technical theatre, and production experiences that contribute to their development as confident, responsible, and expressive individuals. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Duties And ResponsibilitiesMeet and instruct assigned theatre classes at designated times and locationsDevelop and implement a theatre arts curriculum aligned with Mississippi College- and Career-Readiness Standards for Fine ArtsPlan lessons that include acting, movement, voice, improvisation, script analysis, and technical theatre (set, lighting, sound, costumes as appropriate)Design a program of study that meets the diverse needs, interests, and abilities of middle school studentsCreate opportunities for student performance, including classroom showcases, school productions, or community performancesDirect and supervise student rehearsals and productions, including after-school responsibilities as requiredPromote student confidence, creativity, and collaboration through performance-based learningProvide multiple pathways for students to demonstrate understanding, including performance, design, and written reflectionMaintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom and performance environmentManage theatre space(s), equipment, costumes, props, and materials responsiblyIntegrate cross-curricular connections where appropriate (e.g., literacy, history, communication skills)Assess student progress regularly using performance-based and formative assessments; provide timely feedbackEncourage students to take ownership of their learning and artistic growthEstablish and maintain effective communication with families regarding student progress and performance eventsPrepare lesson plans and maintain documentation of instruction as required by administrationSupport school programs, events, and initiatives through theatre and performance when appropriateCollaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and school cultureAttend and participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school committeesMaintain accurate records in compliance with district, state, and federal requirementsUphold student safety during rehearsals, performances, and use of theatre equipmentAssist in implementing district policies related to student conduct and classroom managementMaintain confidentiality and professionalism at all timesDemonstrate regular, reliable, and punctual attendance, including extended hours for performances when requiredMaintain and accept responsibility for any district owned fixed asset item assigned to employee and ensure appropriate use by following district policies for acceptable useUndergo periodic evaluations according to state and board policy proceduresMaintain confidentialityPerform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy, state, or federal guidelinesRead, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, all other district policies and applicable procedures and protocols as established by LCSD, and Mississippi Educator Code of ConductQualificationsEducation Level: Bachelor's degree in Education or higherCertification: Hold an appropriate Mississippi Teaching Credential or valid emergency certification issued by the state of Mississippi Educational Board123 - Drama (K-12) Performing Arts endorsementOther Requirements: Required references and background checkPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using equipment such as a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, reach, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is not a standard office setting; but rather encompasses the entire active school campus both inside and outside the facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.Note: This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.Terms Of EmploymentSalary, days and work year as established by the Lamar County Board of Education.EvaluationPerformance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Lamar County School Board policy on Evaluation of Employees.