Performing Arts Teacher

Roles and responsibilities

• Leadership and Vision: Strong leadership abilities, including the ability to inspire and motivate staff and students, fostering a collaborative and creative environment. Ability to set the strategic direction for the Performing Arts program.
• Curriculum and Pedagogical Expertise: Deep understanding of Performing Arts education across various disciplines (drama, music, dance), as well as current trends and best practices in these fields.
• Creative Direction: Ability to conceptualize and direct performances, productions, and exhibitions that are both artistically innovative and educationally enriching for students.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for engaging with students, staff, parents, external partners, and the wider community. Ability to communicate effectively across diverse groups.
• Collaboration: Experience working collaboratively with other departments, such as English, Media, and Design & Technology, to create interdisciplinary projects and performances.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities to plan and coordinate performances, rehearsals, events, and departmental activities. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Budget and Resource Management: Competence in managing a department budget, allocating resources efficiently, and overseeing the purchase and maintenance of equipment and materials.
• Assessment and Evaluation: Ability to implement effective assessment strategies for student progress in the Performing Arts, ensuring alignment with school-wide goals and educational standards.
• Technological Proficiency: Familiarity with current technology used in Performing Arts education, including sound, lighting, and multimedia tools, to enhance performances and learning experiences.
• Public Relations: Ability to engage the local community, media, and other stakeholders to promote the school’s Performing Arts initiatives.

Desired candidate profile

• Department Leadership: Lead and manage the Performing Arts department, overseeing staff, curriculum, resources, and day-to-day operations. Set clear goals and expectations for the department's growth and success.
• Curriculum Development: Design and implement a dynamic, inclusive, and forward-thinking curriculum that engages students at all levels. Ensure the curriculum aligns with national standards and provides opportunities for students to develop their creative skills.
• Student Performance and Production: Direct and oversee the staging of performances and productions in drama, music, and dance. Ensure students have the opportunity to participate in high-quality performances both within and outside the school environment.
• Professional Development: Support the ongoing professional development of staff within the department, ensuring that they have the resources and training they need to teach effectively and creatively.
• Collaboration with Other Departments: Work with other school departments to integrate Performing Arts into interdisciplinary projects and initiatives, fostering a broader understanding of the arts across the curriculum.
• Resource Management: Manage the budget for the Performing Arts department, ensuring the acquisition and maintenance of equipment, costumes, and materials necessary for productions and classes.
• Assessment and Feedback: Ensure effective assessment practices are in place, monitoring student progress in the Performing Arts and providing constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Community Engagement and Outreach: Establish and maintain relationships with external organizations, including local arts councils, community groups, and industry professionals. Promote the school’s Performing Arts program to the wider community and explore opportunities for collaborations and partnerships.
• Event Management: Organize and oversee performances, concerts, exhibitions, and other public-facing events that showcase student work, ensuring a professional and impactful experience for all involved.
• Promote Inclusivity: Ensure that the Performing Arts program is accessible to all students, fostering an inclusive environment that encourages participation from a diverse student body.