What are the responsibilities and job description for the HS Teacher IB Theater position at Diocese of Saint Petersburg?
Clearwater Central Catholic High School, a college-preparatory school, is committed to educating students to use their minds for truth, hearts for love, and hands for service. Following Roman Catholic teachings and living the charism of the Sisters of Notre Dame, we inspire our diverse student body to experience God's goodness and provident care by respecting the dignity of all persons and generously serving others for the betterment of the global society.
Job Outline: Clearwater Central Catholic High School seeks a candidate for a full-time high school IB Theater teaching position for the 2026-2027 school year.
An IB Theater Teacher develops and delivers inquiry-based drama curriculum (MYP/DP) focusing on theater theory, history, and performance, while guiding students in creating, designing, and directing original work. Responsibilities include mentoring students through the Internal Assessment (IA) portfolio process, staging school productions, and fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and cultural appreciation. IB Theater often emphasizes a significant amount of writing and research alongside acting and production, requiring teachers to balance performance skills with academic portfolio preparation. The teacher must model the IB Learner Profile.
Key Responsibilities
No mail-in resumes will be accepted. No phone calls.
Job Outline: Clearwater Central Catholic High School seeks a candidate for a full-time high school IB Theater teaching position for the 2026-2027 school year.
An IB Theater Teacher develops and delivers inquiry-based drama curriculum (MYP/DP) focusing on theater theory, history, and performance, while guiding students in creating, designing, and directing original work. Responsibilities include mentoring students through the Internal Assessment (IA) portfolio process, staging school productions, and fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and cultural appreciation. IB Theater often emphasizes a significant amount of writing and research alongside acting and production, requiring teachers to balance performance skills with academic portfolio preparation. The teacher must model the IB Learner Profile.
Key Responsibilities
- Curriculum & Instruction: Plan and teach IB Diploma Program (DP) Theater, covering acting, directing, design, and theory.
- Assessment & Mentoring: Guide students through the four IB Theater projects (Director’s Notebook, Research Presentation, Collaborative Project, Solo Theater Piece), providing feedback on, and assessment of, written portfolios and performances.
- Production & Directing: Direct and produce school plays, musicals, and student-devised performances, handling casting, staging, and technical elements.
- Student Development: Foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment that encourages risk-taking, creativity, and intellectual growth.
- Collaboration & Community: Work with the Arts Department on interdisciplinary projects and communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress.
- Experience: Previous experience teaching IB Theatre (specifically HL/SL) and directing high school productions.
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Theater, Drama, or Performing Arts.
- Skills: Expertise in theatrical techniques, script analysis, and staging; proficiency in incorporating technology into the curriculum.
- Attributes: Passionate educator with strong communication skills, capable of fostering a collaborative, student-centered environment.
- Level II Background Screening: Successful completion of a level II background screening. In compliance with Florida HB 531, the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com
- Mandated Diocesan Trainings: Complete all mandated Diocesan trainings (online)
No mail-in resumes will be accepted. No phone calls.