24 -25 High School Musical - Stage Director
24 -25 High School Musical - Stage Director
Somerville Public Schools
Somerville, MA
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Job Goal: The Somerville Public Schools Department of Music & Theatre Arts seeks a stage director for Highlander Theatre Company’s annual fall musical. The Highlander Theatre Company is an all-inclusive musical opportunity for SHS students in grades 9-12 which rehearses and is performed at Somerville High School in December 2024.
Somerville Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
We welcome and value different perspectives and experiences in our staff, recognizing the powerful impact that a diverse workforce has on all students. We are committed to supporting educators through a strong induction and mentorship program, educator-driven professional development, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
As a district, we are also committed to supporting the whole student by promoting a trusting, mutually respectful and inspiring culture that values the individuality of our students and the professionalism of the field.
Qualifications
The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
Somerville Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
We welcome and value different perspectives and experiences in our staff, recognizing the powerful impact that a diverse workforce has on all students. We are committed to supporting educators through a strong induction and mentorship program, educator-driven professional development, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
As a district, we are also committed to supporting the whole student by promoting a trusting, mutually respectful and inspiring culture that values the individuality of our students and the professionalism of the field.
Qualifications
- Bachelors or higher level degree in Theatre, Theatre Education, or related field
- Demonstrated and recent experience in directing theatre and/or musical theatre with young people
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Exemplary interpersonal communications skills that establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents and members of the community
- Experience in teaching/directing in a multi-cultural and multilingual environment
- Commitment to changing lives through performing arts education
- Participate in the selection and execution of a musical in collaboration with the Musical Director, Theatre Arts faculty and K-12 Supervisor of Music & Theatre Arts
- Participate in inclusive casting workshops in partnership with the Musical Director and Theatre Arts Faculty; utilize a culturally conscious approach to assign performance roles.
- Develop and communicate a clear directorial concept to student designers and producing partners.
- Run all after school rehearsals (typically select weekdays, September through December) in collaboration with the High School Musical Director.
- Use culturally responsive and SEL based approaches to support student education through active theatre-making
- Maintain communication with families about student successes and upcoming performances
- Prepare a dynamic and engaging weekend of performances that celebrates the diversity and creativity of SPS high school students.
- Work collegially with school teachers, staff other Music & Theatre colleagues to improve the education of our students
The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
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