Fall Play Assistant Director
Young World Physical Education, Nevada, Iowa, United States, 50201
Fall Play Assistant Director
Nevada School District, Nevada High School – Nevada, Iowa. Open in Google Maps.
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Job Details
Job ID:
5557165
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Feb 26, 2026 7:02 PM (UTC)
Job Description The Nevada Community School District is looking for a Fall Play Assistant Director to begin with the 2026-2027 school year at Nevada High School!
Job Title:
Fall Play Assistant Director
Reports To:
NHS Drama Director
Position Summary:
The Fall Play Assistant Director supports the Director in the planning, rehearsal, and production of the mainstage fall play. This role has a particular focus on mentoring and leading the Freshman One Act play, providing first-year students with a positive, skill-building introduction to high school theatre.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Director with all aspects of the main fall production, including rehearsals, blocking, and coordination with technical crew.
Serve as the primary director for the Freshman One Act play, focusing on rehearsals and performance preparation.
Provide mentorship and guidance to freshman cast and crew members, helping them develop foundational skills in acting, stage presence, and ensemble work.
Collaborate with the Director to ensure consistency between the One Act and the larger fall production in terms of theme, tone, and expectations.
Attend all scheduled rehearsals, production meetings, and performances.
Communicate regularly with students, parents, and production team members.
Help create a supportive, inclusive, and disciplined environment for all students involved in the production.
Qualifications
Experience in theater performance or directing desired, especially at the high school level.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Enthusiasm for mentoring young performers, especially first-year students.
Organizational skills and a commitment to meeting deadlines and rehearsal schedules.
Time Commitment August 25th – November 5th (rehearsal and production season)
Questions regarding this position should be referred to Activities Director Dustin Smith at dsmith@nevadacubs.org.
Position Type:
Full-time
Job Categories Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager
Equal Opportunity Employer All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.
Contact Information
Kristin Wakeman, Administrative Assistant
1035 15th Street
Nevada, Iowa 50201
Phone: (515) 382-2783
Email: kwakeman@nevadacubs.org
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This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs.
Job Details
Job ID:
5557165
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Feb 26, 2026 7:02 PM (UTC)
Job Description The Nevada Community School District is looking for a Fall Play Assistant Director to begin with the 2026-2027 school year at Nevada High School!
Job Title:
Fall Play Assistant Director
Reports To:
NHS Drama Director
Position Summary:
The Fall Play Assistant Director supports the Director in the planning, rehearsal, and production of the mainstage fall play. This role has a particular focus on mentoring and leading the Freshman One Act play, providing first-year students with a positive, skill-building introduction to high school theatre.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Director with all aspects of the main fall production, including rehearsals, blocking, and coordination with technical crew.
Serve as the primary director for the Freshman One Act play, focusing on rehearsals and performance preparation.
Provide mentorship and guidance to freshman cast and crew members, helping them develop foundational skills in acting, stage presence, and ensemble work.
Collaborate with the Director to ensure consistency between the One Act and the larger fall production in terms of theme, tone, and expectations.
Attend all scheduled rehearsals, production meetings, and performances.
Communicate regularly with students, parents, and production team members.
Help create a supportive, inclusive, and disciplined environment for all students involved in the production.
Qualifications
Experience in theater performance or directing desired, especially at the high school level.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Enthusiasm for mentoring young performers, especially first-year students.
Organizational skills and a commitment to meeting deadlines and rehearsal schedules.
Time Commitment August 25th – November 5th (rehearsal and production season)
Questions regarding this position should be referred to Activities Director Dustin Smith at dsmith@nevadacubs.org.
Position Type:
Full-time
Job Categories Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager
Equal Opportunity Employer All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.
Contact Information
Kristin Wakeman, Administrative Assistant
1035 15th Street
Nevada, Iowa 50201
Phone: (515) 382-2783
Email: kwakeman@nevadacubs.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr