Drama Director (Spring Play) - High School

Drama Director - Spring Play

(Stipend Position)

Job Summary

Hingham High School is looking for a director for their 2026 Spring Play. The production calendar runs approximately mid-March  - May 8.  Evening performances are scheduled for May 7 and May 8.  In addition to directing, the guest director must also assist in lighting/set design, production responsibilities, and delegation/oversight of crew responsibilities.  Past spring plays have included two similarly themed One-Acts, vignette style full-length productions, as well as traditional full-length plays.  There is flexibility with the style of the production.  

Qualifications

• Education: Hold a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree.
• Massachusetts Teaching License preferred
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
• Excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Direct 30 students (cast/crew) in a spring play.  Coordinate, communicate, and supervise an after school rehearsal and performance schedule.
• Collaborate with an assistant director (Hingham High staff member), who is primarily responsible for set building and crew management.
• Assist in set/lighting design and delegation/oversight of crew responsibilities.
• Supervise students at all rehearsals, performances, and drama events.Provide an equitable and inclusive learning environment that is responsive to all learners and their families.
• Provide for differentiated coaching to meet the needs of all students, including students with disabilities and English learners.
• Create a developmentally appropriate, student-centered environment that establishes positive student behavioral expectations conducive to all learners needs through structured routines, and positive behavioral interventions.
• Partner with families to create strong two way communication.
• Work collaboratively with members of the Hingham Fine Arts Department and the current high school drama teacher as needed to best serve the needs of students.
• Responsible for other job-related duties as needed.  

Benefits Information

Please see this link for information on benefits in the Hingham Public Schools

Terms of Employment

Part-time, temporary position.  Stipend position in accordance with HEA Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hingham Public Schools does not discriminate in its educational and/or operational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender (including pregnancy), gender identify and/or expression (including a transgender identity), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.