Assistant Director - Theatre HS
Young World Physical Education, Katy, TX, United States
Assistant Director – Theatre HS
Katy ISD PAETOW HIGH – Katy, Texas
Job Summary Reports to: Principal/Executive Director of Fine Arts
Duty Day: 187 days
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: Teacher Hiring Schedule
Primary Purpose Assist in directing and managing the overall theatre program for the campus and district. Provide students with opportunities to participate in extracurricular theatre activities and ensure compliance with state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA), International Thespian Society (ITS), and district requirements. Be active in the planning and administration of theatre activities in accordance with campus and district expectations, and in the planning and instruction of theatre activities to provide students the opportunity to achieve district, region, state, and national recognition.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Knowledge of overall operation of theatre program
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Knowledge of state, UIL, TETA, ITS, and district policies governing theatre activities
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Three years teaching and theatre directing/technical experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Direct high school theatre students in various educational theatre components including acting, costuming, make‑up, set design and construction, lighting, sound, technical, and directing.
Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in theatre activities.
Provide for student participation at extracurricular events, including various performance venues, UIL, TETA, and ITS activities.
Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out‑of‑town events.
Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, UIL rules, TETA rules, ITS rules, district rules, and local school board policy in the theatre area.
Support theatre booster club activities.
Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure continuous program renewal that responds to student needs.
Recommend policies to improve program.
Attend all professional and staff meetings as requested.
Ensure that programs are cost‑effective and funds are managed wisely.
Assist in compiling budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
Assist in coordinating fundraising activities and management of funds.
Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets within the department.
Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all theatre equipment, props, costume components, etc.
Assist in the development and implementation of plans for the theatre program and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, local school board policies, and administrative regulations including the established Katy ISD curriculum for the subject area through the use of the Forethought program.
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of students’ learning styles and needs.
Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, student handbook, district guidelines, and campus theatre handbook.
Accompany and supervise on all trips.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, retention, and evaluation of theatre students.
Work to provide campus, district, and community awareness of theatre activities and performances.
Provide supervisory leadership and management to all component groups within the theatre program.
Provide assistance in instruction and direction for “cluster” junior high theatre programs, as available.
Actively participate in district theatre performance opportunities, as requested.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Large ensemble, small ensemble, and individual instruction
Attendance and supervision during all theatre activities including competitive, performance, and organizational social activities
Attendance, support, and monitoring of all theatre booster club activities
Program duties associated with the overall organization of equipment, tools, supplies, costumes, and membership
Equipment Used Computer, printer, copier, overhead projector, DVD/VCR, and other specialized equipment unique to the teaching assignment.
Working Conditions Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district and occasional statewide travel; prolonged and irregular hours. Outdoor and indoor work related to stage set construction and design. Standing for long periods of time. Frequent movements and lifting related to theatre instruction, including props, background, scenery, and stage design. Moderate lifting.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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Job Summary Reports to: Principal/Executive Director of Fine Arts
Duty Day: 187 days
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: Teacher Hiring Schedule
Primary Purpose Assist in directing and managing the overall theatre program for the campus and district. Provide students with opportunities to participate in extracurricular theatre activities and ensure compliance with state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA), International Thespian Society (ITS), and district requirements. Be active in the planning and administration of theatre activities in accordance with campus and district expectations, and in the planning and instruction of theatre activities to provide students the opportunity to achieve district, region, state, and national recognition.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Knowledge of overall operation of theatre program
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Knowledge of state, UIL, TETA, ITS, and district policies governing theatre activities
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Three years teaching and theatre directing/technical experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Direct high school theatre students in various educational theatre components including acting, costuming, make‑up, set design and construction, lighting, sound, technical, and directing.
Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in theatre activities.
Provide for student participation at extracurricular events, including various performance venues, UIL, TETA, and ITS activities.
Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out‑of‑town events.
Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, UIL rules, TETA rules, ITS rules, district rules, and local school board policy in the theatre area.
Support theatre booster club activities.
Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure continuous program renewal that responds to student needs.
Recommend policies to improve program.
Attend all professional and staff meetings as requested.
Ensure that programs are cost‑effective and funds are managed wisely.
Assist in compiling budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
Assist in coordinating fundraising activities and management of funds.
Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets within the department.
Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all theatre equipment, props, costume components, etc.
Assist in the development and implementation of plans for the theatre program and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, local school board policies, and administrative regulations including the established Katy ISD curriculum for the subject area through the use of the Forethought program.
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of students’ learning styles and needs.
Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, student handbook, district guidelines, and campus theatre handbook.
Accompany and supervise on all trips.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, retention, and evaluation of theatre students.
Work to provide campus, district, and community awareness of theatre activities and performances.
Provide supervisory leadership and management to all component groups within the theatre program.
Provide assistance in instruction and direction for “cluster” junior high theatre programs, as available.
Actively participate in district theatre performance opportunities, as requested.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Large ensemble, small ensemble, and individual instruction
Attendance and supervision during all theatre activities including competitive, performance, and organizational social activities
Attendance, support, and monitoring of all theatre booster club activities
Program duties associated with the overall organization of equipment, tools, supplies, costumes, and membership
Equipment Used Computer, printer, copier, overhead projector, DVD/VCR, and other specialized equipment unique to the teaching assignment.
Working Conditions Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district and occasional statewide travel; prolonged and irregular hours. Outdoor and indoor work related to stage set construction and design. Standing for long periods of time. Frequent movements and lifting related to theatre instruction, including props, background, scenery, and stage design. Moderate lifting.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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