Theater Director

POSITION

Theater Director

LOCATION

Spokane Valley High School

START DATE

2026-2027 School Year

QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in the field of drama/theatre.
Ability to provide accurate, timely, and professional information on school website.
Ability to instruct students and manage behavior.
Strong communication, public relations and interpersonal skills.
Ability to present a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

To oversee/facilitate the following:

Produce and direct one (1) play a year for school and public performance.
Teach acting principles and techniques to students.
Organize and supervise rehearsal sessions.
Maintain inventory and technical aspects of theatre.
Maintain and order stage equipment.
Keep an organized costume room.
Ensure safe supervision of dressing room/make-up room in visiting facilities.
Run a carpenter's shop to build sets for each production and ensure safety of students and volunteers.
Direct students involved in constructing, painting and lighting scenery.
Fund raise as needed.
Attend Instructional Materials Committee (IMC) meetings to approve script.
Acquire rights for play.
Communicate with West Valley Drama Coach or other facilities to secure space for performances.
Perform other duties as assigned.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Building Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The supplemental contract runs from September through June

Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences. The successful candidate for this position must complete a fingerprinted background check with the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Employment is contingent upon clearance of the background check.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HEALTHCARE BENEFITS -

Employees who meet the eligibility criteria outlined in Chapter 182-31 WAC have access to medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, and supplemental disability insurance through the School Employee Benefit Board (SEBB).

RETIREMENT -

All regular, non-substitute employees are enrolled in a state retirement plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).

SICK LEAVE -

All regular, non-substitute employees receive 12 sick leave days (prorated based on FTE) and paid time off. Substitute employees receive sick leave per RCW 49.46.210.

PAID TIME OFF -

All regular, non-substitute employees receive paid time off, including annual and/or vacation leave. Paid time off varies by position and work year. Refer to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement or salary schedule for details.

OTHER BENEFITS

Classified employees receive 10-13 paid holidays (depending on position & work year). Refer to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement or salary schedule for details.

Employees may be eligible for VEBA including monthly accrual and/or sick leave conversion. Benefits are position specific. Refer to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement or salary schedule for details.

West Valley School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Sabre Dahl, 2805 N Argonne Rd., Spokane Valley WA 99212, Phone: (509) 924-2150, sabre.dahl@WVSD.org. Section 504 Coordinator, Dan Andrews, 2805 N Argonne Rd., Spokane Valley WA 99212, Phone: (509) 922-5478, dan.andrews@WVSD.org.