Part-time Theater Teacher and Director

4 weeks ago


New Canaan, United States St. Luke's School Full time

St. Luke’s School, a secular (non-religious), college-preparatory day school serving grades 5 through 12 in New Canaan, Connecticut, seeks a talented Theater Teacher to direct our Middle School after-school shows. Opportunities to teach an Upper School acting elective are also available for consideration. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative individual to contribute to an award-winning Theater Arts program.

The person in this role will be responsible for directing 3 shows: a Middle School fall play, a Middle School winter musical, and a Middle School spring play. The spring play and musical are staged in the Seldin Performing Arts Center, our state-of-the-art, 480-seat proscenium theater with full sound and light capability and with the support of a robust technical crew composed of faculty, staff, and students. The fall play is staged in our second, more intimate fully-equipped performance space, the Wyckoff Family Black Box Theater. The Middle School shows include students in grades 5-8 and the titles for 2024-2025 have not yet been selected.

**Primary Job Responsibilities**:

- Attend daily rehearsals Monday-Thursday: 2:45-4:00pm
- Attend creative team meetings.
- Collaborate on & develop the production team’s vision.
- Communicate with the production team throughout the theater season
- Draft rehearsal schedules; communicate with parents.
- Participate in auditions & Tech Week.

**Key Skills and Qualities**:

- A college degree in theater and/or theater performance is preferred.
- Creative flair and ability to work with a variety of different personalities and departments.
- Experience working on productions with middle school students.
- The enthusiasm and patience required to instruct and inspire young performers.
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Strong cultural competency skills and a demonstrated commitment to furthering the creation of an equitable and inclusive school community that supports a deep sense of belonging

Located in New Canaan, Connecticut, St. Luke’s attracts families from over 35 towns throughout Connecticut and New York. A combination of challenging academics and truly exceptional community support distinguishes St. Luke’s and encourages our students to go above and beyond their own expectations. The school offers an inclusive environment where differences in race, culture, and personal beliefs are embraced as assets that enhance education. St. Luke’s prides itself on being a forward-thinking school where students hone their own distinct leadership skills - developing a strong moral compass, the commitment to serve, and the confidence to lead.

St. Luke’s School is an equal-opportunity employer. St. Luke’s School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law with regard to hiring, terms and conditions of employment or educational programs. We strive to provide a welcoming educational environment where the value and dignity of every member is respected.



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