What are the responsibilities and job description for the Theater Teacher - Middle and Upper School position at Seattle Academy?
SEATTLE ACADEMY is a dynamic community that challenges students to question, imagine, and create in order to contribute boldly to a changing world. This mission comes alive in our urban school setting, where we serve grades 6 – 12 in a vibrant, independent school environment.
Our diverse faculty is exceptionally qualified, strong academically, and combines rich life experience with passion for their disciplines. Our teaching philosophy is geared toward our mission and guiding principles of Culture of Performance, College, and Life, Know the Kid, and Inclusive Community.
We invite you to join our team in making this mission a reality for our students as a full-time Middle and Upper School Theater teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. You would be joining a Performing Arts department of 17 teachers.
Applicants should be flexible in their ability to teach Middle and Upper School Theater, ranging from directing plays to teaching Improv classes. Middle School classes and plays are taught during the school day. Upper School directing occurs after school.
Teachers at Seattle Academy foster confidence, persistence, and curiosity in young learners. Instruction is student-centered and developmentally responsive, with strong relational support, and candidates will work with a diverse population of learners.
Full-time faculty at Seattle Academy typically teach five classes and carry additional supervisory and advisory responsibilities as assigned. Directing a play counts as one of the five classes.
Teaching Responsibilities
SAAS offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. View our Faculty Benefits here .
APPLY ONLINE HERE
Seattle Academy provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender presentation, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our diverse faculty is exceptionally qualified, strong academically, and combines rich life experience with passion for their disciplines. Our teaching philosophy is geared toward our mission and guiding principles of Culture of Performance, College, and Life, Know the Kid, and Inclusive Community.
We invite you to join our team in making this mission a reality for our students as a full-time Middle and Upper School Theater teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. You would be joining a Performing Arts department of 17 teachers.
Applicants should be flexible in their ability to teach Middle and Upper School Theater, ranging from directing plays to teaching Improv classes. Middle School classes and plays are taught during the school day. Upper School directing occurs after school.
Teachers at Seattle Academy foster confidence, persistence, and curiosity in young learners. Instruction is student-centered and developmentally responsive, with strong relational support, and candidates will work with a diverse population of learners.
Full-time faculty at Seattle Academy typically teach five classes and carry additional supervisory and advisory responsibilities as assigned. Directing a play counts as one of the five classes.
Teaching Responsibilities
- Teach five sections of Middle and Upper School Theater.
- Direct a Middle School Musical (during the school day) and an Upper School Play (after school). Each production is counted as one teaching section.
- Teach a number of Middle and Upper School Improv classes.
- Design and deliver lessons aligned with departmental learning goals.
- Use a variety of instructional strategies to support diverse learners.
- Incorporate assessment practices to provide timely, meaningful feedback.
- Foster a classroom environment that supports risk-taking, collaboration, and growth.
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, assessment practices, and student support.
- Communicate clearly and consistently with students, families, and colleagues.
- Participate fully in the life of the school, including advisory, faculty meetings, and community events.
- 3–5 years of Middle and Upper School teaching and directing experience preferred.
- Experience teaching Vocal music is a plus.
- Undergraduate degree required; master’s degree preferred.
- A growth mindset with a passion for your subject matter and an engaging learning environment.
- Strong organizational and communication abilities.
- Sound judgment, adaptability, and reflective practice.
- Ability to work effectively with all constituent groups - teachers, parents, students, and administrative teams.
- Experience with addressing student behavior with clarity, consistency, and care.
- A creative and imaginative approach to problem-solving.
SAAS offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. View our Faculty Benefits here .
APPLY ONLINE HERE
Seattle Academy provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender presentation, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws.