What are the responsibilities and job description for the Musical Theatre Teacher position at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts?
Position Summary: The MS/HS Musical Theater Teacher is responsible for providing the highest quality experience and training for students in 7th - 12th grades. In addition to training in musical theater classes and planning recitals and performances, the Teacher also collaborates with academic faculty in creative instruction. This includes teacher-led classroom instruction as well as guiding students’ exploration in the discovery of their own creativity. Working with other faculty and administration, the Teacher will support the school's mission through recital/performance selection and curriculum development in alignment with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the National Core Arts Standards.
Essential Job Function:
- Instructs, explains, and demonstrates techniques and methods of musical theater and musical theater dance with musical or rhythmic accompaniment
- Fluent working knowledge of teaching pedagogy, curriculum, and ensemble rehearsal strategies
- Fluent working knowledge of Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Modern dance
- Lead daily musical theater classes for students in grades 7-12
- Create and implement effective curriculum that promotes the highest levels of theatrical experiences and skills development
- Collaborate with other faculty to create fine arts curriculum and design creative learning opportunities, and select age and developmentally appropriate material/resources
- Prepare and direct students in recitals, productions, and events, on campus and in the community
- Attend staff meetings and professional development workshops as required
- Create and maintain positive communication with administration, staff, faculty, students, and parents
Essential Job Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree required with a concentration in Theater, Musical Theater, or Theater Education; Teacher certification (EC-12 or equivalent) or Highly Qualified designation required; Individuals with relevant work experience willing to pursue alternative certification will be considered
- Experience: Minimum three (3) years' experience teaching musical theater to children required; Three (3) or more years of experience directing children's productions preferred; Limited directing experience taken into consideration with required teaching experience; Individuals with paid musical theater experience as teaching artists are encouraged to apply
- Required Skills and Capabilities: Demonstrated artistic skills as a performer, technician, and director/producer; Practical knowledge of theater/musical theater arts vocabulary and history; Experience working with teens, parents, and volunteers; Strong classroom management skills; Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team; Excellent verbal and written communication
- Preferred Skills and Capabilities: Proven experience collaborating with others to develop interdisciplinary programs
- Physical Requirements: Ability to carry up to 25 ; valid driver license
Position Category: 10 month contract, exempt, full-time
Salary : $50,000 - $61,000