ART AND THEATRE TEACHER, MOTHER TERESA REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL, MONTGOMERY COUNTY

About the role

Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Art & Theater Teacher who believes that the arts help students discover their God-given talents, develop confidence, and express themselves with imagination and purpose. The ideal candidate will create a vibrant, engaging classroom where students in Preschool through Grade 8 explore artistic techniques, participate in creative expression, and experience the excitement of theater through performances and productions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging visual arts lessons for students in Preschool through Grade 8.
• Introduce students to a variety of artistic media, techniques, artists, and styles.
• Foster creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and self-expression in a supportive classroom environment.
• Develop and direct school theater productions, plays, performances, and special presentations throughout the school year.
• Teach basic acting, stage movement, voice projection, and theater etiquette.
• Coordinate auditions, rehearsals, costumes, props, scenery, and backstage organization.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate art and theater into cross-curricular projects and school events.
• Display student artwork throughout the school and assist with art shows or exhibitions.
• Encourage participation from students of all ability levels while building confidence and teamwork.
• Maintain classroom materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with parents and school administration.
• Support and uphold the mission and values of Catholic education.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, Theater, Education, or a related field.
• Experience teaching children in an elementary or middle school setting preferred.
• Experience directing theatrical productions is highly desirable.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to inspire students through creativity, encouragement, and positive relationships.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.

Contact: Christine Pagan | Email: christine.pagan@mtcschool.org