IMMEDIATE: 25-26 High School Theater Teacher

Role Overview: The Theater Teacher leads joyful, age-appropriate theater programming for students—planning and producing 1–2 annual showcases, coordinating rehearsals and basic tech needs, and creating inclusive onstage and backstage opportunities that build confidence, collaboration, and responsibility. The teacher partners closely with operations, families, and the school community to ensure smooth, safe, well-supported productions. Professionally, the role requires active engagement in coaching, feedback, and school-wide development; consistent collaboration with grade-level and department teams; and a deep commitment to KPPS values and continuous growth, including pursuing teacher certification when applicable.

 Key Responsibilities: Program & Production Responsibilities Plan and lead 1–2 age-appropriate showcases/productions per year (e.g., scene nights, one-acts, musical revue), plus in-class sharings.Coordinate rehearsals, basic tech needs, and performance logistics with a safety-first approach; collaborate with operations for space, schedules, and equipment.Offer inclusive onstage and backstage opportunities (cast, crew, stage management, props/costumes) that build student voice, teamwork, and responsibility.Build family and community engagement around performances and student celebrations.Professional Responsibilities Take ownership for the development of your craft (meet 1x/1–2 weeks with an instructional coach, implement feedback, engage in active practice, etc.).Actively engage in all school-wide professional development.Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade/department team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wide initiatives.Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and school leadership on a regular basis.Embody KPPS core values: Children First, Cultural Competence, Ownership, Community.Enroll in/complete a teacher certification program (if applicable).