Performing Arts Teacher- Leave Replacement Theatre Teacher Job at THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, Seattle, WA

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  • THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Job Details

Job Location
The Northwest School - Seattle, WA

Position Type
Part Time Teaching Faculty

Job Category
Education

Description

The Northwest School is a college-preparatory, co-educational independent school near the heart of downtown Seattle. We offer a rich and challenging program to about 400 students in grades 6 through 12, including international students, many of whom live in our campus dormitory.

Northwest offers a vibrant, intellectual home. A warm inclusive community. A dynamic liberal arts education for grades 6-12 that prepares students to think critically, act compassionately, and discover their place in the world.

The Northwest School is a community committed to a diverse and equitable workplace and expects applicants to have a commitment to diversity and social justice. We firmly believe that we are a richer, more creative and dynamic institution when our collective is built with a diverse set of community members. The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

The Northwest School seeks a 0.75 FTE short-term leave replacement Theatre Teacher with professional experience in teaching and theater production. This position requires someone who works well with students from 6th-12th grade and can foster mentoring relationships among students in multi-level classroom environments.

This is a part-time and short-term leave replacement position for the dates of August 19, 2024 - November 17, 2024. This is a 0.75 FTE teaching faculty position, compromised of teaching the following classes: Middle School Theater Production, Middle School Acting for the Stage, and Upper School Theater Production.

Additional Responsibilities:

Attend all required faculty meetings, including Arts, Full Faculty, Division, D.E.I., and Professional Development meetings.

Serve as an academic advisor to a group of middle or upper school students.

Communicate and collaborate regularly with department chair, division directors, and colleagues.

Complete all other duties of teaching faculty at NWS as assigned by department chair, divisional leadership, or head of school.

Physical Demands

Work is typically performed in a theatre/classroom environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings. The faculty member occasionally lifts or carries objects of a medium weight, up to 50 pounds, and it is expected that they will lift and work on materials necessary for theatre set design and use building and construction equipment. The ability to climb and work at heights/on ladders is required. Full range of hand and finger motion may be utilized.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the schools mission, values, and philosophy, especially related to diversity, equity, and inclusion; social justice, environmental sustainability, and global perspective.

A bachelor's degree 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.

Experience in professional and educational theater productions and a solid background in theatre production.

A strong pedagogical toolkit for student accessibility to curriculum and success in the classroom.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree and 3+ years of teaching expereince.

Compensation:

Salary range is $57,369- $104,618 based on education & years of experience. This is a 0.75 FTE position which is benefit eligible

The Northwest School offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life and accident insurance coverage, fully paid for employee only coverage. A retirement program matches up to 6% of an employee's salary after one year of service in a 403(b) plan. An intentional, mission focused school culture, generous time off, lunch, access to the on-site fitness facility, an exceptional commitment to professional development, and a unique urban location are also benefits of working at the Northwest School.

Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and statement of teaching philosophy online:

**Please note: we are unable to consider materials submitted through other avenues such as Indeed.com without a corresponding application through our website.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status.

Job Tags

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