Upper School Theater Teacher / Director

Dwight School•New York, NY

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About The Position

Dwight School, a Pre-K-12 coeducational school on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and innovative Upper School Theater Teacher & Director for the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate would be an experienced teacher with a successful track record in teaching academic Theater courses and directing both plays and musicals. Teaching and some full productions take place in Dwight’s Black Box Theater which has a professional level ETC Ion lighting console, LED lighting system, and QLab driven sound system.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Theater or a related field required
At least three (3) years of experience teaching
Experience teaching to a wide range of learners
Experience teaching and developing curriculum for a wide range of Theater topics/areas of study: acting, directing, playwriting, scene design, theater technology, etc.
Eagerness to contribute positively to the Dwight School community
Willingness to engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
Ability to bring joy, kindness, maturity, humor, hard work, and flexibility to the school environment

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Theater or a related field preferred
Experience as a professional Theater artist preferred
Experience with production management, technical direction, and/or set design/carpentry preferred (please specify in cover letter if experience)
Experience with the IB Middle Years Program and Diploma Program highly preferred
Experience with thoughtful integration of technology and AI into curricula preferred
Eagerness to present a modern, diverse vision for Theater performances (through both pedagogical practices and repertoire options)

Responsibilities

Teach IB Middle Years Program and/or IB Diploma Programme Theater courses
Present curricular classwork to the Dwight School community at bi-annual Upper School Scene Nights
Direct two extra-curricular productions per year, one in the fall and one in the spring (play(s) and/or a musical)
Collaborate closely with other Dwight colleagues concerning the development of curriculum, academic scope and sequence, student wellness and growth, and professional development to yield a positive and healthy school environment
Develop and foster student’s skill progression throughout the program through differentiated instruction, based on the department’s internal scope and sequence
Form positive relationships with students in an effort to foster personal academic growth and artistic/performance skill development
Display a commitment to diversity and creating a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging in approach to teaching and learning, as they are recognized and valued by Dwight
Complete an online Anti-Bias training program in the first year of teaching