High School Theater Director

Greater Atlanta Christian Schools•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Greater Atlanta Christian School (GAC) is a premier, independent, PreK-12th grade school located just outside metro Atlanta. We are a faith-infused, academically rich community, recognized for teaching quality, as well as exceptional arts and athletics. We are Christians, change-makers, dreamers, and hard workers. Together, we are raising a generation of inspired, generous leaders. We are a community where high academic rigor is matched by active faith and a deep commitment to caring for one another on a collegiate-style campus. We live out our passions, our curiosity, and our faith in the collective pursuit to Be Greater. The mission of Greater Atlanta Christian School is to help each student grow as Jesus did, in wisdom, in stature, and in favor with God and man. Job Summary: High School Theater Directors are responsible for developing, leading, and sustaining a Christ-centered theater program that supports the mission and values of the school. This role oversees theatrical instruction, directs productions, mentors students artistically and spiritually, and collaborates with faculty to integrate performing arts into the broader educational experience. The director will prepare students for school performances, chapel services, competitions, and community performances, ensuring that theater is used as a tool for worship and artistic excellence.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Theater or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
Relevant teaching experience and experience in the performing arts.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to embrace innovation as a tool to teach, engage, and motivate students
Knowledge of student cognitive development and various learning styles
Share GAC’s commitment to differentiated learning and exhibit comprehension of connected learning skills, concepts, and tools.
Demonstrated belief and personal commitment to Christian education and the GAC mission, including the GAC Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Passion for mentoring students both artistically and spiritually.
Understanding of biblical worship and its role in Christian education.
Knowledge of theater technology, digital recording, and sound production.
Must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods at a desk, sometimes while working on a computer.
Must be able to operate a computer and other office machinery.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to read written or electronic documents with or without correction.
Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Must be able to traverse between office buildings/facilities on campus.
Successful background check, reference checking, and drug/alcohol screening clearance.
Acknowledgment of an agreement with GAC’s Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.

Nice To Haves

Ability to teach an additional field such as literature, Bible, foreign language, is preferred.
Background in musical theater and experience leading worship or working in church theater ministry.

Responsibilities

Responsible for teaching theatre in grades 9-12 and providing the vision for GAC’s theatre program.
Teach GAC secondary students the fundamentals of theatre arts, including the integration of faith and academics and relate to and inspire confidence in students.
Create superb finished productions with student talent in the array of performance opportunities: full-scale musicals, classic theater productions, one-act competition plays, and other creative performances.
Develop and select theatrical curriculum and materials that align with a Biblical, Christ-centered worldview.
Demonstrate a passion for storytelling that advances faith while thoughtfully developing theatrical skills.
Foster a spirit of partnership and collaboration with other performing arts disciplines.
Assess students and analyze results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs: manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged.
Communicate regularly with students and their families about student progress; be available for regular office hours to advise and assist students in a variety of areas, including potential careers in their related field of study.
Prepare venues for all productions; supervise all rehearsals, performances, and productions, while following established school procedures.
Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices.
Actively participate in professional development activities.
Senior high faculty are also expected to serve as sponsors of student organizations and participate in campus and community events.
Engagement in the broader life and culture of the school, including supportive presence for our students in other performing arts, athletics, etc.
Perform other work as needed.
Support the mission, vision, and core values of Greater Atlanta Christian School.