Stagecraft Teacher/Technical Director at Natomas Charter School
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Academy Principal, the Performing and Fine Arts Academy (PFAA) Stagecraft Teacher / Technical Director is responsible for working closely with the Theater Arts Department, Music, and Dance departments in producing PFAA's award-winning shows. The Stagecraft Teacher teaches stagecraft classes and works with a team of students to design and build sets, as well as design lighting and audio for middle and high school productions. Currently this position is structured as Stagecraft teacher (~50%) and Theater Director (~50%). However, Natomas Charter School is willing to explore alternative staffing arrangements for interested and qualified individuals. We encourage anyone with a theater directing or stagecraft background who is interested in working in a middle and high school environment to apply. The Stagecraft Teacher / Technical Director provides a supportive and innovative learning environment that supports student achievement through a comprehensive, learner-centered curriculum that meets state standards. The Stagecraft Teacher / Technical Director develops and implements hands-on learning activities that emphasize critical thinking and encourage creativity. The Stagecraft Teacher / Technical Director must be adept at researching, designing and implementing innovative, hands-on lessons that address the diverse needs of middle and high school students. Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative environment in which staff engages in cross-curricular, cross-grade level planning and non-scripted curriculum is essential. The Stagecraft Teacher / Technical Director must provide a high quality educational program with the dedication and desire to go above and beyond to ensure that our students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Performing and Fine Arts Academy is seeking a dynamic Stagecraft Instructor/Technical Director teacher to join our team of educators for the 2022-23 school year. Join our innovative and student-centered environment! Minimum Education and Experience: - Bachelor’s Degree - Professional Experience in Stagecraft / Technical Directing - Single Subject or CTE Teaching Credential or enrollment in an internship/credential program - CLAD/CTEL Certificated or EL Authorization (if required) Other Requirements: Must hold a valid California Driver’s License and must provide proof of automobile insurance coverage. Testing of tuberculosis (skin test or chest x-ray) is required upon employment and every four years thereafter. Clearance from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) required upon employment.
Please Include: - Letter of Introduction. In your cover letter, please describe how your educational philosophy and experience are a good fit with Natomas Charter School and this position. - Resume - 3 Letters of Recommendation - Portfolio of previous work in Stagecraft and Technical Directing
Performing and Fine Arts Academy is seeking a dynamic Stagecraft Instructor/Technical Director teacher to join our team of educators for the 2022-23 school year. Join our innovative and student-centered environment! Minimum Education and Experience: - Bachelor’s Degree - Professional Experience in Stagecraft / Technical Directing - Single Subject or CTE Teaching Credential or enrollment in an internship/credential program - CLAD/CTEL Certificated or EL Authorization (if required) Other Requirements: Must hold a valid California Driver’s License and must provide proof of automobile insurance coverage. Testing of tuberculosis (skin test or chest x-ray) is required upon employment and every four years thereafter. Clearance from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) required upon employment.
Please Include: - Letter of Introduction. In your cover letter, please describe how your educational philosophy and experience are a good fit with Natomas Charter School and this position. - Resume - 3 Letters of Recommendation - Portfolio of previous work in Stagecraft and Technical Directing
Comments and Other Information
Natomas Charter School (NCS) is a California Distinguished School now in its 29th year of operations. NCS is ranked in the top 10% of public schools in California on multiple criteria including high school graduation and college acceptance rate. We are proud to serve one of the most diverse communities in the United States with a student population that is both racially and linguistically diverse and represents students and families from the LGBTQ+ community.
Our school is one of the oldest and most well-established charter schools in the nation. Since its initial approval in 1993, NCS has grown to over 1,800 students today in five innovative programs, spanning grades TK-12. Over the past 29 years, our mission has been to provide students and parents with expanded choices in the types of educational opportunities that are available within the public school system.
Natomas Charter School is founded on three pillars - students first, accountability, and innovation. Across all five academies our teachers and staff focus on serving students through curriculum and instructional experiences that are purposeful, active, and relevant. For more information about the school, please find our website at www.natomascharter.org.
Natomas Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment, intimidation, and bullying of employees or job applicants based on any legally protected characteristics, actual or perceived, including, but not limited to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation gender, gender identity or gender expression.
Comments and Other Information
Natomas Charter School (NCS) is a California Distinguished School now in its 29th year of operations. NCS is ranked in the top 10% of public schools in California on multiple criteria including high school graduation and college acceptance rate. We are proud to serve one of the most diverse communities in the United States with a student population that is both racially and linguistically diverse and represents students and families from the LGBTQ+ community.
Our school is one of the oldest and most well-established charter schools in the nation. Since its initial approval in 1993, NCS has grown to over 1,800 students today in five innovative programs, spanning grades TK-12. Over the past 29 years, our mission has been to provide students and parents with expanded choices in the types of educational opportunities that are available within the public school system.
Natomas Charter School is founded on three pillars - students first, accountability, and innovation. Across all five academies our teachers and staff focus on serving students through curriculum and instructional experiences that are purposeful, active, and relevant. For more information about the school, please find our website at www.natomascharter.org.
Natomas Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment, intimidation, and bullying of employees or job applicants based on any legally protected characteristics, actual or perceived, including, but not limited to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation gender, gender identity or gender expression.