NOSN0374643-6193
2026-09-01T00:00:00
2026-05-08T00:00:00
Position Overview The North Shore School District seeks a dynamic, student-centered theater teacher to lead and grow a comprehensive Grades 6–12 theater program. This position includes both curricular instruction and leadership of a vibrant extracurricular theater program. At North Shore, the arts are an essential part of the student experience. We are seeking a theater educator with experience in performance who is passionate about teaching, fostering creativity, collaboration, and artistic voice, and who is excited to build a theater program that supports students at all levels, from exploratory experiences to advanced performance. Required Qualifications New York State certification in Theater Performance and Education Demonstrated artistic vision and experience directing a wide range of theatrical repertoire, including musicals, contemporary drama, comedy, and classic works preferred Experience teaching improvisation Experience directing student theatrical productions preferred Strong knowledge of acting pedagogy, performance techniques, and ensemble development Key Responsibilities Instruction (Grades 6–12) Teach middle school theater cycle classes (Grades 6–7) with a focus on improvisation, ensemble-building, and creative exploration Teach Grade 8 Studio in Theater, a full-year course focused on performance, creative development, and foundational theater skills Teach a sequence of high school theater courses, including introductory and advanced acting (e.g., Acting I, II, III) Design engaging, student-centered lessons that support performance, improvisation, and creative expression Differentiate instruction to support a range of learners Foster an inclusive classroom environment and culture of community that cultivates creative risk-taking, collaboration, and reflective practice among all learners Theater Program Leadership Direct after-school productions, including plays and musicals Direct curricular ensemble performance work Provide artistic vision and leadership for productions Collaborate with staff, students, and community members to support all aspects of production, including lighting, sound, set design, and costuming, with shared responsibilities across the production team
Teacher
North Shore CSD
Long Island
Fixed