Performing Arts Educator (full time)- Canton High School

The Canton High School is seeking an exceptional and dynamic candidate to join our staff beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. The Performing Arts teacher will join a vibrant and supportive team that places a high priority on collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and commitment to the goals of the District and to our students, families, and staff.

Canton High School is an inclusive community for all students and staff and serves over 960 students in grades 9-12. We are committed to elevating the educational experience for our students by cultivating a culture and climate that promotes academic growth and social-emotional learning for every student, and ensures high-quality teaching and learning through the purposeful design of rigorous and equitable student experiences.

We are eager to find the next member of our team who collaborates with other educators to create the conditions necessary so that every child experiences the true joy of learning, the excitement of achievement, areas of passion, and an authentic sense of belonging in their school.

JOB SUMMARY

The Performing Arts teacher will provide a well-organized, academically challenging, culturally and linguistically responsive class environment in which students can access curriculum and make progress towards Massachusetts standards and develop social and emotional skills in order to participate in society, while providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming educational environment for all students.

Courses to be taught include: Theater Production and Design, Piano, Acting, Dance, Public Speaking.

The ideal candidate would direct the fall play, winter musical, and spring cabaret for additional stipends.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences that meet the needs of all learners
• Develop lesson plans that align with the state standards and district-determined high-quality instructional curricula and are culturally and linguistically responsive
• Continuously engage in reflective practice regarding curricula, instruction, and culturally responsive practice
• Identify, select, and implement differentiated instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs based on data
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment aligned to the District-approved curriculum and/or Massachusetts State Standards
• Use relevant technology to support instruction
• Follow and implement individual student safety plans, IEPs, 504s, health care plans, behavior support plans, etc.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students using data
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress, development, and attendance as appropriate
• Manage student behavior in the classroom and school by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the student handbook
• Participate in department and school meetings, parent/guardian meetings, and professional development sessions
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents/guardians regarding student progress and student needs
• Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
• Collaborate with student services staff; special educators and other related service providers
• Performs other duties specifically articulated within the collective bargaining agreement as assigned by the building principal and/or District administration

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possess appropriate DESE licensure

2. Excellent interpersonal skills

3. Be collaborative and cooperative

4. Be highly flexible and adaptable

5. Possess a strong ability to problem solve and take initiative

5. Bachelor’s degree in education or a field related to the subject area

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

COMPENSATION: For full salary range see Collective Bargaining Agreement here.

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to reach out to the below contact for this position to discuss your application.