This is a long term, full-time substitute position for a family leave. The start date is January 27, 2025 for 12 weeks. There will be some nights and weekends for school performances that will be compensated. 

 

The Boston Arts Academy seeks an exceptional Theatre Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners and leaders. At BAA, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BAA is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.

 

This candidate will cultivate a safe environment for students to achieve their musical and creative potential and ensure that each Boston Arts Academy student has an exceptional musical education. This candidate will be responsible for creating dynamic lessons and learning experiences to ensure their students are challenged and primed for growth. Successful candidates will have a strong technical theater background with expertise in lighting, rigging, audio and stage crew with young tech students.

 

Responsibilities:

• Teach 9th and 10th grade lighting labs 
• Mentor 11 and 12th-grade design students who design shows.
• Ability to program audio and soundboards
• Take daily attendance for classes
• Post grades every two weeks and end of term
• Communicate with parents/guardians when necessary
• Work with theater department chair to manage technical theater needs and schedule
• Assist in all aspects of tech production for Music, Dance and Theatre performance
• Assist staff with any technical needs related to using the theaters for assemblies, meetings etc.   

 

Qualifications - Required

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
• Strong background in theatre production, especially lighting and technical theatre
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues. 
• Strong organizational skills, especially managing schedules and calendars
• Training in Genie, Fly/Rigging
• Knowledge of Ion Gio light board- programming experience
• Experience working with high school students
• Ability to work as a local in Boston, MA.

Qualifications - Preferred

• Experience with sound audio production
• Knowledge of Yamaha Q5 soundboard programming
• Genie Certification
• Experience teaching in urban schools.

Terms:  BTU, Group I

 

Please refer to www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation.  Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.

 

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