2027 High School Musical Director (rev.03102026)

Job Posting Summary:

The Ensworth Arts Department seeks a contracted part-time Musical Director for the approaching academic year. The candidate must be an experienced educator and have work experience as a professional actor. The applicant would be responsible for directing the musical, educating the student cast and crew, and participating in collaborative oversight of the entire production, from preliminary planning to final storage of items used in the performance. Budget management and resource monitoring/reposting/stewardship will be necessary. An Undergraduate Degree is required, either in Theater or a related field, and a strong candidate will possess a Master’s Degree. Knowledge of and proficiency in Acting, Technical Theater, Choreography, Voice, Piano, and/or other Musical Instruments is ideal.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Abides by Ensworth’s Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct
• Commits to the ideals expressed in Ensworth’s Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
• Adheres to the Essential Expectations of an Ensworth Faculty, Staff, or Administrator
• Collaborate with the team that chooses the musical for the approaching year in partnership with K-12 Arts Director and HS Music Department.
• Oversight of audition process and casting in partnership with K-12 Arts Director and HS Arts Department.
• Provide artistic vision and direction for overall production.
• Foster strong relationships and maintain appropriate boundaries with high school students.
• Uphold high standards for content appropriate for a K-12 educational environment.
• Work collaboratively with the entire Arts Department.
• Work with the Technical Theater Director on planning for the performance, including staffing and logistics.
• Work with the Music Department on planning for the performance, including staffing and logistics.
• Coach actors and work with all ensemble members.
• Coordinate rehearsal schedule over the entire production timeline.
• Coordinate choreography, including participation in hiring an appropriate choreographer if necessary.
• Plan budgeting and expenditures for overall production with the Arts Chair, K-12 Arts Director.
• Engage in promotional planning and coordination to include promotional materials and opportunities.
• Help organize prop and costumes storage, before, during, and after production.
• Instruct using a wide variety of traditional and contemporary styles and pedagogy.
• Capable of set design and creation, potentially being able to use a workshop for building sets under the oversight and management of the Technical Theater Director..
• Is student-centered and uses performance opportunities as an educational experience to nurture and provide growth, cultivating a positive learning environment and mindset for all students.
• Integrates technology to support curricular aims and help students effectively achieve their goals
• Helps support equipment setup and breakdown as a Performing Arts Team Member.
• Work as a collaborative and supportive member of the Arts Team bringing positive energy and a strong “roll up your sleeves” work ethic to all aspects of work in support of productions and events. 
• Is an approachable and communicative community member, available to answer questions,  provide assistance, and represent the school and program with a high degree of professionalism.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Theater Education, Theater, Musical Theater, Acting; Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years of acting/drama/theater experience in a classroom setting
• Must be a highly skilled artist with a presentable portfolio of work and a demonstrated record of working with students in an educational environment
• Well-developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment, including students, co-workers, parents, alumnae, volunteers, and the public
• Possesses a positive team mentality with excellent problem-solving, multi-tasking, and organization skills
• Professional and efficient in their ability to work independently while also able to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external partners
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with differing deadlines
• A high degree of accuracy and superior attention to detail
• Must successfully complete background screening and verification
• Understanding and ability to use computers and technology including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, basic office equipment,
• A positive team mentality with excellent problem-solving, multi-tasking, and organization skills
• Professional and efficient in their ability to work independently while also able to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external partners
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with differing deadlines
• A high degree of accuracy and superior attention to detail
• Must successfully complete background screening and verification

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Regularly works in standard performing arts theater, office, and classroom conditions
• Works at a computer screen for extended periods of time; ability to observe students from various distances
• Frequently required to move around the theater/office/classroom; works at a desk for extended periods of time; occasionally moves around campus and arts facility
• Ability to occasionally move items weighing up to 50 lbs. across the gallery, theater, and arts classrooms
• Occasionally works in a stressful performance environment, effectively dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts; stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions
• Ensworth requires employees to be physically present on campus, with limited exceptions that are at the sole discretion of the School. Under extraordinary circumstances, some or all of the workforce may be required to move to a remote working environment. Additionally, certain individuals may also be approved for limited remote work, based on the nature of the job description, specific circumstances, and only with written prior approval by a direct supervisor.

Application Requirements:

Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment and attach a cover letter, résumé, and statement of educational philosophy. Contact avenij@ensworth.com with any questions.

About Ensworth School:

Ensworth is a kindergarten through twelfth grade, coeducational independent school. The School promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious, to use their talents to the fullest, to be people of integrity, and to be contributors to society.

Located on two campuses in Nashville, Tennessee, Ensworth enrolls approximately 1,250 students and serves families in more than 50 zip codes. Ensworth is recognized among the leading independent schools in the nation. The school’s challenging academic program is embedded in a culture of support and encouragement and reflects a commitment to the core skills of observation, collaboration, communication, analysis, questioning, evaluation, and most importantly, the application of knowledge. Graduates have the adaptability, resilience, and resourcefulness necessary for success in the 21^st century and are not only prepared to meet the demands of the future but are also imbued with a sense of purpose and service to others.

Ensworth School is an extraordinary place to work and seeks employees who are passionate about learning and motivated by the opportunity to awaken that passion in students.

It is Ensworth's policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law. It is the intent and resolve of Ensworth to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity. This equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, evaluation, promotion, disciplinary action, termination, compensation and training. Employment decisions at Ensworth will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities.