Technical Director & Rehearsal Assistant - Part-Time at University Preparatory Academy

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The mission of University Preparatory Academy is to prepare students to enroll and excel in the best colleges and universities in the nation. UPA serves a diverse population of 7th through 12th-grade students, most of whom reside in Santa Clara County. UPA’s campus is easily accessible, located off Highway 87 at Curtner Avenue. The campus is located across the street from a light rail station and local bus station. This strategic location enables UPA to draw students from school districts throughout Santa Clara County. UPA is a college preparatory alternative for those students who are not performing to their potential and get lost in traditional large middle and high school settings. UPA provides a strong, supportive, small school environment for students to excel academically. Students demonstrating the desire and drive to make college a reality will find a home at UPA. The curriculum and pacing, along with the expected learning outcomes, are designed to challenge students. In conjunction with high expectations, UPA offers supportive learning environments in every classroom as well as a full complement of support classes for Math Support, English Support, and Intensive English Language Learner support. Students attending UPA will find both the challenge and support necessary to keep college and university within reach.

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Technical Director & Rehearsal Assistant Job Description (Part-Time, 20 hrs/week) MISSION University Preparatory Academy’s mission is to prepare a diverse population of 7th through 12th-grade students in Santa Clara County to enter and excel in the best colleges and universities in the nation. The Technical Director & Rehearsal Assistant supports the middle and high school theatre program (grades 7–12) through rehearsal supervision, technical theatre instruction, stage combat coaching, production management, and school-wide audio/visual support. This position plays a key role in fostering a safe, collaborative, and creative environment for student performers and technicians while assisting with the successful execution of productions and events. Primary Responsibilities Rehearsal & Performance Support * Serve as Rehearsal Assistant for after-school theatre rehearsals: * Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:00 PM–5:30 PM * Supervise weekly Improv rehearsals: Wednesdays from 4:00 PM–5:30 PM * Assist directors and students during rehearsals by supporting organization, communication, attendance, blocking notes, and rehearsal logistics * Maintain a positive, inclusive, and disciplined rehearsal environment Technical Theatre Instruction * Assist with Technical Theatre classes: * Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:45 PM–3:45 PM * Support instruction in backstage operations, lighting, sound, scenic construction, props, costumes, and stage management * Mentor students in safe and effective theatre production practices Production Management & Technical Direction ? Coordinate and manage technical aspects of school theatre productions ? Oversee production schedules, backstage operations, and technical rehearsals ? Support performances and special events, including: * Technical rehearsals from 3:30 PM–7:30 PM * Performances from 4:30 PM–9:00 PM * Collaborate with faculty, student crews, and volunteers to ensure succ

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