OAP, Theatre, and Speech

White Oak ISD•White Oak, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this role is to direct and manage the theatre arts program at the assigned campus. The teacher will provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. This includes offering opportunities to participate in extracurricular theatre and enabling students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Demonstrated competency in theatre arts
Knowledge of the overall operation of theatre arts, productions, and programs
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to interpret data
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Provide instruction and leadership to students in all aspects of theatre productions and methodologies such as staging, acting techniques, set design, costumes, and props.
Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in the program.
Provide for theatre arts participation at extracurricular events and shows.
Coordinate rehearsals, productions, and performances.
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.
Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.
Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trip activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, material, and facilities.
Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Develop and administer a budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.
Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.
Oversee the cleaning, repairing, and storing of all equipment.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, UIL rules, and board policy.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.