<p>The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.</p> <p>ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS</p> <p>Arlington, MA 02476</p> <p>JOB DESCRIPTION</p> <p>POSITION: Drama/Musical Theater Teacher (0.5 FTE Position)</p> <p>JOB GOALS: This position is responsible for delivering engaging theater instruction to students in grades 7 & 8. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching middle school students, a strong background in theater arts, and a demonstrated commitment to aligning instruction with the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework for the Arts - Theater.</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Bachelor's degree in Theater, Musical Theater, Performing Arts Education, or related field</p> </li><li> <p>Valid Massachusetts Educator License in Theater (Grades 5-12)</p> </li><li> <p>Experience working with middle school students in an educational or theatrical setting</p> </li><li> <p>Strong classroom management and student engagement strategies</p> </li></ul> <p>ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Piano or vocal coaching experience</p> </li><li> <p>Technical theater skills (lighting, sound, set construction)</p> </li><li> <p>Bilingual/multilingual</p> </li></ul> <p>PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Design and implement a curriculum that reflects the MA Theater Standards, incorporating elements of acting, voice, movement, stagecraft, and musical interpretation.</p> </li><li> <p>Create lesson plans that support the development of artistic literacy, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking.</p> </li><li> <p>Promote an inclusive, equitable, and respectful learning environment for all students.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with school staff and families to support student engagement and performance success. Collaborate with music faculty to support interdisciplinary performing arts projects.</p> </li><li> <p>Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices and differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.</p> </li><li> <p>Integrate technology and current best practices in theater education.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide students with feedback that promotes growth in both technical skills and creative expression.</p> </li><li> <p>Communicate regularly with parents, colleagues, and school leadership regarding student progress and program goals.</p> </li><li> <p>Participate in departmental meetings, school-wide professional development, and parent-teacher conferences.</p> </li><li> <p>Adhere to district policies and procedures as well as state and federal regulations.</p> </li><li> <p>Teach multiple grade levels, adapting instruction to meet a range of abilities and learning styles.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with other performing arts faculty to support interdisciplinary performing arts projects.</p> </li><li> <p>Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment that encourages risk-taking, self-expression, and respect for diverse perspectives.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance participation.</p> </li><li> <p>Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Performing Arts or Building Administrators.</p> </li></ul> <p>REPORTS TO: Director of Performing Arts/Building Administrators</p> <p>Full time, 183-day, School Year Position</p> <p>Salary and Benefits are consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Arlington School Committee and the Arlington Education Association.</p> <p>The Salary Schedule is on our website. Salary placement is based on Education and Experience.</p> <p>Arlington has a well-established new teacher induction program with mentoring throughout the school year. The first official work day in the 2025-2026 school year will be August 27, 2025. However, new staff are required to attend several days of orientation and training during the last two weeks of August.</p> <p>The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.</p>