Teacher - Middle School Theatre Arts

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Arts

Certificate by the state of Texas to teach in Theatre Arts.

Preferred: Master’s Degree in Theatre Arts

TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCY: LEVEL 2 – APPLIED (USES TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIFIC JOB-RELATED PURPOSES)

Applied use of computer operations

Applied use of software productivity tools (i.e., Microsoft Office)

Applied use of e-mail

Applied use of printers

Applied use of job-related financial and student management systems

Applied use of multimedia tools

Applied use of electronic file management

Applied use of Technology Applications/TEKS

CCISD Acceptable Use Policy and Technology Ethics/Etiquette

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

Knowledgeable of curriculum and instruction in their area of certification.

Knowledge of effective instructional strategies, assessment strategies, and motivational strategies that promote authentic student engagement.

Presents a positive role model.

Works and relates positively with others.

Communicates effectively in oral and written form, with both students and adults.

Has the ability to effectively embed available technology into daily lesson plans.

Experience Preferred: 

Three years of teaching experience Successful record of student competition

Personal:

Demonstrates responsibility, competence, and enthusiasm for theatre arts.

Communicates clearly and effectively in oral and written forms.

Presents a positive role model.

Exhibits willingness to devote required time outside the school day to work with students.

Demonstrates knowledge of rules and regulations governing University Interscholastic League (UIL).

Exhibits cooperation with other staff members, parent groups, and community organizations involved with speech/debate and theatre arts.

FUNCTION:

The Middle School Theatre Arts/Speech Sponsor/Teacher is under the direct supervision of the principal and under the guidance of the Curriculum Specialist for Art and Speech/Theatre. The Teacheris responsible for directing and coordinating the theatre arts/speech activities for the campus, participating in District-wide events, coaching academic competitions related to theatre arts/ speech, and assisting the Curriculum Specialist for Art and Speech/Theatre Arts in planning and conducting District-wide events.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIREMENTS:

Theatre Arts Sponsor: 

• Directs the One-Act Play for the District One-Act Play event.
• Prepares students for competition in the District Middle School Speech Tournament.
• Travels with students, and supervises students at District-wide competitions.
• Directs at least three campus-based theatre arts/speech events a year: talent or variety show, school P TA program, school speech contest, Dessert Theatre, Dinner Theatre, Optimist Oratorical Contest, performances off-campus, campus One-Act Play, assemblies, and Children's Theatre/Reader's Theatre.
• Prepares a minimum of 30 students to compete in individual events in competition, and motivates students to perform in public.
• Maintains all records for Districtwide competitions/festivals, and complies with deadlines.
• Prepares an annual inventory of the theatre arts lighting and audio equipment, UIL Unit Set assigned to the theatre arts department.
• Attends all meetings held to plan Districtwide events for middle school students.
• Maintains accurate records of expenses and is responsible for paying all bills, including royalty fees.
• Maintains an accurate roster of academic competition results, and oversees accurate publication of competition results.
• Oversees publicity of competition results.
• Follows activities outlined in the attached Middle School Theatre/Arts Speech Director Schedule of Duties and Activities, and works with the principal to modify activities when appropriate.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the principal.

Teacher:

Plans for successful student learning of daily objectives that include basic knowledge and skills, and central concepts of the discipline.

Ensures students are engaged and successful in learning, critical thinking and problem solving.

Utilizes multiple models of instruction, assessment and effective teaching practices.

Utilizes State TEKS and District Curriculum to design engaging lessons which are challenging, high quality and appropriate for the level of instruction.

Maintains current accurate records of daily attendance and textbooks issued.

Able to effectively manage time and materials.

Accepts related assignments as requested by principals.

Instructs classes in the subject area(s) assigned.

Is responsible for the use and care of available instructional materials.

Maintains current records of student grades and progress.

Accurately evaluates and assesses performance of students in subject/s taught.

Confers regularly with parents on student progress.

Fulfills related responsibilities, e.g., reporting grades, exams, field trips, and programs.

Maintains classroom discipline that allows for student learning, safety and teaches individual responsibility.

Analyzes data and information from assessments and utilizes it for individualizing instruction.

Identifies students that are at-risk of failing the subject or grade.

Appropriately plans for remediation and intervention for students identified as at-risk.

Appropriately modifies and accommodates student’s needs based on IEP goals and 504 accommodations.

Works cooperatively with the campus librarian in the selection of materials appropriate to the subject area.

Encourages reluctant and struggling learners.

Provides positive/constructive feedback and reinforces student learning.

Is positive and courteous to students, parents, fellow educators and the community.

Maintains and cares for all equipment and furniture.

Meets deadlines as requested.

Uses effective leadership techniques.

Follows campus, district, and state policies and procedures.

Demonstrates self-direction in professional growth.

Communicates professionally with students, parents, educators, and the community.

Works cooperatively with co-workers and grade level/team members.

Cooperates in facilitating the administration of the school.

Develops those skills necessary for evaluation and diagnosis of student needs.

Abides by all Federal, State, District and Campus rules and regulations.

Submits all required reports and documents by due date.

Must abide by all City, District and Campus safety and security policies and regulations.

Creates an environment and atmosphere conducive to learning.

Responsible for the academic success of students assigned.

Responsible for determining and participating in professional development goals and activities that are aligned with the needs of the students, prior performance appraisal, as well as, the goals of the campus and district.

MIDDLE SCHOOL THEATRE ARTS/SPEECH Schedule of Duties and Activities.  In addition to those responsibilities outlined for the classroom teacher, there are certain additional job-embedded duties expected for the Middle School Theatre Arts/Speech Director. Participation in District competitions and festivals is expected. Participation is defined as (a) preparing students for competition; (b) entering students in competition; (c) traveling with and supervising students at and during competition; and (d) assisting with contest management or judging as assigned by the contest or festival chairperson.

The Schedule of Duties and Activities contains seasonal duties, outlined chronologically, that are subject to approval and modification by the campus principal.

July-August

• Places all theatre and speech events on campus calendar.
• Reserves stage for projected rehearsal and performance times.
• Researches and reads one-act plays for festival.
• Selects play for One-Act Play event, then orders play.
• Cuts play for One-Act Play event.
• Develops a time line for One-Act Play production.
• Cuts readings for Prose Reading, and Dramatic and Humorous Interpretation.

August-September

• Meets with other speech/theatre arts teachers to share campus calendars.
• Cuts readings for Prose Reading, and Dramatic and Humorous Interpretations.
• Times One-Act Play to determine if play is less than 40 minutes; makes additional cuts, if necessary.
• Starts One-Act Play rehearsals.
• Coordinates fund-raising activities.

September-October

• Considers attendance of Texas Speech Communication Association Conference the first week of October.
• Casts play, and selects crew.
• Plans rehearsal schedule for play.
• Secures permission from the principal to perform selected one-act play.
• Submits entry form for the one-act play to the theatre arts consultant.
• Makes prompt book for play.
• Designs and makes costumes, sets, and scenery.
• Selects lights and sound.

October-November

Submits program information for District One-Act Play event to theatre arts consultant.

Organizes props and scenery for play.

Conducts polishing and technical play rehearsals.

Orders programs and tickets for campus performances.

Performs play for campus audience.

Performs play for feeder elementary campuses.

Performs at One-Act Play event.

November-December

Begins preparation of Optimist Oratorical Contest.

Begins preparation for Middle School Speech Tournament.

Participates in seasonal programs.

Participates in Parent/Teacher Association programs.

Performs during school assemblies.

January

Prepares for Middle School Speech Tournament.

Coordinates a Dessert Theatre or Dinner Theatre.

Considers attending the Texas Educational Theatre Association State Conference.

Begins fund-raising activities.

February

Recruits students for next year's theatre arts and speech programs.

Collaborates with language arts teachers, and prepares for the Optimist oratorical contest.

Publicize information about talent show.

Conducts auditions for campus talent show.

Selects and trains stage crew for talent show.

Polishes selections for Speech Tournament.

Handles responsibilities as event director for Speech Tournament, secures judges, and contacts timekeepers.

Provides assistance to Middle School Tournament director.

Coordinates a campus speech contest.

Selects students for each event for the Middle School Speech Tournament.

March

Auditions for follies.

Rehearses for follies.

Participates in Optimist Oratorical Contests.

Prepares students for speech tournament.

Secures judges for Middle School Speech Tournament.

April

• Submits entry form for Middle School Speech Tournament.
• Participates in Middle School Speech Tournament.
• Coordinates campus follies or talent show.

May

• Prepares program for PTA.
• Plans and participates in end-of-year activities for each grade level.
• Attends follow-up meeting for speech tournament.
• Cleans classroom and storage closets.
• Inventories lighting and audio equipment.
• Inventories UIL Unit Set.

Working Conditions:

Ability to receive information and/or instruction from internal/external customers through spoken expression.

Ability to manipulate tools/equipment/keyboards.

Ability to convey information and/or instruction to internal/external customers through spoken expression.

Ability to perform duties while standing and/or walking for extended periods, up to eight (8) hours a day.

Ability to see detailed information, naturally or with correction.

PE Personnel must be able to perform duties outside while standing and/or walking for extended periods, up to eight (8) hours a day.

Ability to perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

REPORTS TO/SUPERVISES:

REPORTS TO: Campus Principal

OTHER INFORMATION:

Interested applicants must complete the following:

- Online Certified Application (link at bottom of page), uploading a current resume, copies of transcripts and certifications, and letter of interest addressed to Ms. Debbie Cruz, Chief Human Resources Officer.

- You must provide 3 references, including their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers so that they may be contacted electronically or by phone. Our online application system will email "links" to the references listed in your application, and they will complete the reference form online.

One of the 3 references must be from your current principal. The other two references may be an assistant principal, athletic director, department head, co-worker or anyone else who can provide insight into your job performance. If you have no experience in a school district, then a reference from your current supervisor is required.

All online reference forms must be completed by the job closing date (mailing address below).

Submit Letter of Interest, resume, and documents to:

Office of Certified Personnel,
Attention: Ms. Debbie Cruz, Chief Human Resources Officer.
PO Box 110,
Corpus Christi, Texas 78403-0110

or fax to 361-886-9057

or contact:

Briana Escobedo - (361) 695-7260
Teacher Applicant Specialist
bnescobedo@ccisd.us

CCISD Human Resources
801 Leopard
Corpus Christi, Texas.

APPLY TO:

Select the Certified Application in our online application system (link below). All applications must be submitted by 4:30 pm local time on the closing date.

GRADE / STEP:

TCHR

SALARY:

$52,250 minimum, plus $1,000 Master's degree stipend if applicable, plus Theatre Arts, Debate and Speech stipends as applicable.

See the CCISD Salary Schedule handbook for information regarding initial salary placement.

DAYS:

187

START DATE:

Upon Hire