Theater Teacher - Academy & Upper Middle School

First Baptist Church Concord•Knoxville, TN

16d

About The Position

The Academy & Upper Middle School Theater Teacher co-leads and co-teaches the 5th–8th grade theater program. The role includes teaching courses, producing shows, and directing performances with a kingdom mindset and from a biblical worldview. The mission of CCS is to inspire students and families to follow Jesus. The position works in a classroom environment, typically on a five-day work week, and involves working with people from various socioeconomic groups, ages, and nationalities. This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Theater, Drama, Education, or a related field.
Proven track record directing, staging, and managing youth or school theatrical productions.
Demonstrated experience teaching, mentoring, and managing middle school-aged students in a classroom or studio setting.
Ability to plan and deliver engaging drama curriculum across four class sections.
Willingness and ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification upon hire.
Uphold biblical priorities through a growing personal relationship with Jesus.
Become an active member of FB Concord or an active member of a local, like-minded Bible-teaching church.
Develop personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
Encompass the qualities and characteristics of Concord staff members as outlined in the Staff Values.

Nice To Haves

Teaching certification preferred.
Three or more years of teaching experience preferred.
First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Co-lead and co-teach the 5th–8th grade theater program.
Teach theater courses and plan and deliver engaging drama curriculum across four class sections.
Produce shows and direct performances.
Be prepared to teach any lesson left by a teacher in any content area.
Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment and manage classroom behavior effectively, seeking assistance when needed.
Supervise students during activities, transitions, recess, and all school-day events.
Communicate effectively with teachers and administration about behavior or significant issues.
Leave the classroom tidy and organized.
Assist other teachers and office staff with various duties as time permits.
Complete daily documentation for an absent teacher.
Comply with all CCS policies, practices, and procedures.
Adhere to professional attire expectations.
Maintain confidentiality concerning student discipline, academic struggles, and staff issues.
Participate in other CCS events as assigned or requested by the Principal or HOS.
Uphold biblical priorities through a growing personal relationship with Jesus.
Become an active member of FB Concord or an active member of a local, like-minded Bible-teaching church.
Develop personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
Encompass the qualities and characteristics of Concord staff members as outlined in the Staff Values.