Assistant High School Drama Director
Young World Physical Education, De Witt, IA, United States
Assistant High School Drama Director
Central DeWitt Community High School - De Witt, Iowa
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Job Details
Job ID:
5669627
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 24, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)
Job Description
TITLE:
Assistant Drama Director
REPORTS TO:
Head Drama Director and Athletic Director
Position Purpose:
The assistant drama director will work with a group of students who already attend Central DeWitt Community School District. They are responsible for selecting and training members of the drama events. They are also responsible for developing the skills necessary to perform. The assistant drama director will also be asked to assist in but not limited to organizing costumes, small group rehearsals, assisting in sound needs, lights, and planning with the Head Drama Director.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the Director with all aspects of productions, including rehearsals and coordination with technical crew.
Provide mentorship and guidance to cast and crew members, helping them develop foundational skills in acting, stage presence, and ensemble work.
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.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in school building environments.
Education
High School diploma or equivalent required
Experience
Experience in theater performance or directing is desired, especially at the high school level.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Enthusiasm for mentoring young performers.
Organizational skills and a commitment to meeting deadlines and rehearsal schedules.
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job skills and functions, subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Position Type:
Full-time
Contact Information
Kehly Kennedy Ivory
331 E 8th St.
DeWitt, Iowa 52742
Phone: 563-659-0700
Email: hr@cd-csd.org
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Central DeWitt Community High School - De Witt, Iowa
Open in Google Maps
Job Details
Job ID:
5669627
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 24, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)
Job Description
TITLE:
Assistant Drama Director
REPORTS TO:
Head Drama Director and Athletic Director
Position Purpose:
The assistant drama director will work with a group of students who already attend Central DeWitt Community School District. They are responsible for selecting and training members of the drama events. They are also responsible for developing the skills necessary to perform. The assistant drama director will also be asked to assist in but not limited to organizing costumes, small group rehearsals, assisting in sound needs, lights, and planning with the Head Drama Director.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the Director with all aspects of productions, including rehearsals and coordination with technical crew.
Provide mentorship and guidance to cast and crew members, helping them develop foundational skills in acting, stage presence, and ensemble work.
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.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in school building environments.
Education
High School diploma or equivalent required
Experience
Experience in theater performance or directing is desired, especially at the high school level.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Enthusiasm for mentoring young performers.
Organizational skills and a commitment to meeting deadlines and rehearsal schedules.
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job skills and functions, subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Position Type:
Full-time
Contact Information
Kehly Kennedy Ivory
331 E 8th St.
DeWitt, Iowa 52742
Phone: 563-659-0700
Email: hr@cd-csd.org
The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. “Sensitive data” for purposes of this section means social security or other government‑issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws.
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