High School Theater Teacher

Key Responsibilities

• Develop rigorous units in each discipline (improv, speech, acting, dance, voice, stage tech).
• Differentiate for diverse learners, including EL and neurodiverse students.
• Embed data-driven goals, SEL strategies, and restorative practices in every lesson.
• Lead planning and execution of at least two major musical/theatrical productions per year (one per semester).
• Cook up safe backstage and on-stage practices—cue calling, prop management, rigging, dance staging.
• Collaborate with student leadership (STUCO, drama club, dance ensemble) and community partners.
• Utilize formative (peer critiques, rehearsal checkpoints) and summative (recitals, showcases, tech runs) assessments to monitor growth.
• Deliver timely, actionable feedback, prioritizing both technical proficiency and creative expression.

Classroom & Studio Culture

• Cultivate an ensemble ethos where respect, risk-taking, and accountability flourish.
• Manage inventory and safety of theatrical, dance, and vocal equipment; oversee budget requests.

Whole School Leadership

• Serve on committees (events, culture, family engagement) and mentor students in leadership roles on crews and casts.
• Partner with colleagues in English, Music, Visual Arts, and College & Career to create interdisciplinary projects.

Mentoring

• Facilitate student Circle once a week, as well as participate in all staff Circle once a week.
• Monitor your mentor group’s academic and behavior progress and provide support students in setting and reaching ambitious academic and character development goals.
• Provide guidance and support on students’ self-discovery work.
• Serve as a direct point-of-contact for Kairos families to communicate school-wide information.

Professional Growth

• Participate in PLCs, attend conferences (e.g., Broadway Education Alliance, State Thespian Festival), and share best practices.
• Reflect on data and student feedback to refine instruction each cycle.

Driver Goals

• EOC Proficiency: 60% of students meet or exceed EOC proficiency benchmarks.
• NWEA Growth: 70% of students demonstrate expected or above-expected growth.
• Mentoring Participation: 75% of students meet coaching engagement and reflection benchmarks.
• On-Track Gradient Classes: 85% of students maintain on-track progress in Performing Arts coursework.

Qualifications

• Degree: Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred.
• Certification: Valid Missouri certification (or willingness to certify ASAP).
• Experience: 3+ years of high school teaching preferred.

Skills

• Strong content mastery in English, Music, and Visual Arts.
• Pioneering ability to use data to drive instruction.

Other

• Eligible to work for any employer in the U.S.; pass criminal background check.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: starting at $60,000.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off & wellness reimbursement.
• Professional development & certification reimbursement.
• School tuition assistance.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 7:40 AM–3:30 PM (occasional evenings/weekends).
• On-site role at Kairos Academies in St. Louis, MO.