Drama Teacher - High School

CRISTA Ministries•Shoreline, WA

3d•$50,000 - $93,888•Onsite

About The Position

The High School Drama Teacher is responsible for student learning and supervision in collaboration with colleagues, counseling staff and administration. Advise and guide students regarding academic, personal, spiritual, and vocational concerns. Be passionate about fulfilling the King’s Schools purpose of “Building resilient disciples of Christ through Christian education.

Requirements

Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Demonstrated ability to teach drama and musical theater, including performance, vocal expression, movement, script analysis, and character development, with intellectual depth, artistic excellence, and alignment to a Christ‑centered educational philosophy.
Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate theatrical and musical productions aligned with the mission of a Christ‑centered school.
Previous teaching experience at the secondary level with strong classroom management skills.
Maintain professional certification and endorsements as required by King’s Schools and the State of Washington.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Grading software and Homework webpage.
Ability to pass background checks relating to DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. ( WAC 388-113 ).
Dress appropriately for area of service and keep in mind responsibility as an adult role model and representative of CRISTA Ministries to various constituencies.
Maintain professional standards.
Remain alert to academic developments and be a continuing student of the educative process.
Attend regularly scheduled devotions, meetings, and assigned conferences with parents or professionals.
Arrive at school ½ hour prior to start and stay ½ hour after completion of school daily unless excused by prearrangement or official school business requires early arrival or late departure.
Maintain an active interest in the church (local and worldwide) and community affairs and represent the school effectively in these areas.

Responsibilities

Christ-centered Leadership and Education
Discipleship and Spiritual Development
Teach drama and musical theater in alignment with King’s Christ‑centered educational philosophy.
Coordinate drama and musical theater productions in a manner consistent with the mission and values of King’s Christ‑centered school.
Manage and collaborate with volunteers, vendors, choreographers, and other supporting constituents involved in drama and musical theater productions.
Use professional innovation around teaching and learning in regard to best practices, standards alignment, assessment, differentiation and digital learning.
Collaborate and work to fulfill established school, departmental and classroom goals.
Follow established school protocols regarding teaching, learning, and student/parent communication and engagement.
Pursue growth both professionally and personally.
Relate teaching and learning to truth and a Christian worldview by encouraging and practicing Christ-likeness in responses to faith, empathy, and obedience.
Advise and guide students to resources regarding academic, personal, spiritual and vocational concerns.
Confer with students, parents and administration regarding students of concern.
Participate in committees, professional learning communities and relevant school activities as assigned.
Update and maintain online gradebook and homework communication.
Accurately maintain attendance and academic records.
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).