Upper School Theatre Director

Position Title:

Upper School

Theatre Director

Date Modified:

June 30, 2026

Reports To:

Upper School/Middle School Principals

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

Position Purpose

The Upper School Theatre Director promotes and supports theater and choir programs within the school, community, and state by leading and assisting theater programs, as assigned.

Essential Functions

Program Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership for the high school and middle school theatre program.

• Develop a comprehensive theatre curriculum aligned with school and Fine Arts department goals.

• Foster a culture of artistic excellence, collaboration, creativity, and servant leadership.

• Recruit and retain students with diverse theatrical interests and abilities.

• Build relationships with families, alumni, and the broader arts community.

• Oversee Curtain Call Booster Club

Instruction

• Teach Encore Theatre Production Class.

• Teach ShowStoppers Theatre Production Class.

• Organize and facilitate Stage Door Theatre Camp and Masterclasses.

• Curriculum instruction includes acting, performance, theatre history, directing, and technical theatre.

• Differentiate instruction for students with varying levels of experience, including gifted performers.

• Coordinate and organize auditions and audition material.

• Equip students with strong acting techniques, stage presence, audition skills, and professional rehearsal etiquette.

• Integrate biblical truth and Christian worldview throughout instruction.

Musical Theatre & Performance

• Direct major theatrical productions and musical productions each school year which include Fall Musical, One Act Play, Spring Musical, Showcases, ShowStoppers Musical,

• Coffee House for Middle School and Upper School, Thespian Festival Competition Pieces, and TAPPS Speech Competition Pieces.

• Lead auditions, casting, rehearsals, choreography coordination, blocking, character development, and performance preparation.

• Collaborate with vocal music and dance faculty to produce high-quality musical theatre experiences.

• Oversee all artistic aspects of production while maintaining appropriate production schedules and budgets.

• Fulfill responsibilities related to Awards Show submissions, deadlines, and registrations.

• Award shows past participation: Broadway Dallas HSMTA at Broadway Dallas, Betty

• Buckley Awards at Casa Manana, Schmidt & Jones Awards at Lyric Stage.

Student Development

• Mentor students pursuing theatre, music, dance, or performing arts in college and beyond.

• Coach students for auditions, competitions, showcases, scholarships, and festivals.

• Cultivate leadership opportunities through student directors, stage managers, choreographers, and production crews.

• Encourage students to pursue excellence while growing in humility, discipline, and Christ-like character.

Department Collaboration

• Partner closely with the Middle School Theatre Director to create a vertically aligned theatre program.

• Develop a shared vision for curriculum progression, production, student leadership, and talent development.

• Coordinate transitions for middle school students entering the high school theatre program.

• Collaborate with Fine Arts faculty on interdisciplinary performances and school-wide events.

Production Management

• Coordinate production calendars, rehearsals, technical rehearsals, performances, and strike activities.

• Supervise technical theatre operations including sets, costumes, props, lighting, sound, and backstage management.

• Ensure all productions meet high artistic, educational, and safety standards.

• Work within approved budgets and assist with fundraising as needed.

Community Engagement

• Promote theatre performances within the school and community.

• Build partnerships with local theatres, universities, guest artists, and performing arts organizations.

• Represent the school professionally at competitions, festivals, and community events.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Minimum bachelor's degree in one area of the Fine Arts required.

• Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate instruction in all areas of theatre.

• Teacher Certification via Association of Christian Schools International to be completed within the first year or state certification (any valid state teaching certificate)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google.

• Serve as a Christian role model.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional acting instruction and directing skills.

• Working knowledge of vocal performance and choreography.

• Ability to cast and develop students according to individual strengths.

• Knowledge of theatre production, technical theatre, and stage management.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Commitment to collaboration and continuous program improvement.

Preferred Qualifications (but not required)

• Strong background in musical theatre.

• Professional theatre or performing arts experience.

• Experience directing productions with orchestras and live musicians.

• Background in dance or movement for musical theatre.

• Experience preparing students for collegiate theatre programs.

• Familiarity with Texas Private School Fine Arts competitions and adjudicated performances.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to function well in an environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts.

• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.

• Regularly use close and distance vision.

• May stand for extended periods of time.

• Works primarily in a traditional climate-controlled office environment.

• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.

• Ability to work occasional overnight and multi-night performances and school events.

• Ability to lift to 30lbs.

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written).

• Ability to instruct and model desirable skills and attitude.

• Ability to remain productive and maintain control under stress.

• Ability to maintain a clear focus on a positive student experience.

• Flexible with either full-time or part-time status.