Musical Theatre Teacher

Grier School, an all-girls’ private boarding/day school located in the mountainside village of Birmingham outside of Tyrone, PA, has openings for the 2026-2027 school year due to growing enrollment. Internationally and nationally recognized, Grier features class sizes averaging 8-10 students, a STEM program ranked in the top 15% of Pennsylvania schools and top 20% nationally, and is the #1 school in Pennsylvania for the arts and #1 in the U.S. for equestrian sports.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate Musical Theatre Teacher to foster and nurture students’ interest in learning while serving as their dedicated ally in education. This role involves teaching in a boarding school environment and contributing to the vibrant arts community at Grier.

Responsibilities

• Present lessons in a comprehensive and engaging manner using a variety of tools and methods to enable learning.
• Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning.
• Administer meaningful assessments that measure student comprehension.
• Understand and support Grier’s school policies and procedures.
• Adapt to teaching styles and materials while maintaining enthusiasm for the subject matter.
• Perform six weekend duties, in addition to Opening Weekend, Parent’s Weekend, and Graduation.
• Maintain open communication between Learning Skills faculty, private tutors, and student support consultants.
• Maintain and update a Canvas dashboard for each course on a weekly basis.
• Update homework sheets weekly and collaborate with teachers, parents, and stakeholders in regular meetings.
• Create, plan, and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events that promote learning.
• Maintain an inviting learning environment that meets school guidelines.
• Check Grier email daily and attend specified department and/or faculty meetings.
• Attend activities and events in the evenings and on weekends as assigned.
• Perform all other duties as required.

Requirements

• Genuine liking of teenagers and an understanding of their development.
• Willingness to follow directions and think outside the box.
• Degree in teaching or a specialized subject (Master’s degree preferred).
• Thorough knowledge of teaching practices and legal educational guidelines.
• Well-organized, creative, and energetic with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to obtain Act 34, Act 151, FBI Fingerprint Clearance, and Act 126 clearances.