Los Angeles, California, FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Assistant Head of School, Middle School

Department: Specialist—Theatre

Salary: 72,000-84,000 DOE + Benefits

Berkeley Hall School Mission:

Founded in 1911, Berkeley Hall School is a Nursery through 8th grade non-sectarian, independent school in Los Angeles, California. Our mission is to “empower children to fulfill their unlimited, God-given potential as fearless scholars and conscientious citizens.” We utilize a growth-mindset approach to learning, emphasizing character education based on our core values–Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, and Compassion.

Job Description :

This position provides an educational environment that is safe, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate in which students have the opportunity to develop cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. The teacher will design and implement a developmentally appropriate theatre curriculum for students in grades first through middle school, direct performances, and contribute to the community and culture of Berkeley Hall School.  The ideal candidate is a passionate educator who understands the developmental needs of children and young adolescents and uses theatre as a vehicle for character development, community building and individual growth.

This position includes but is not limited to the following duties:

Instruction & Curriculum

Design and implement an engaging, developmentally appropriate theatre curriculum for students in grades 1-8.

Specialist classes with grades 1-5

Middle school elective curriculum in coordination with AHoS Middle School

Teach foundational and advanced theatre skills, including acting, improvisation, movement, voice, character development, storytelling and stagecraft.

Utilize components of a workshop classroom e.g. lesson structure, individual conferences and small group work.

Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Assess student growth and maintain appropriate records of student progress.

Collaborate with faculty to support interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Regularly assess students, collect data and student feedback, and use it to inform instruction and curriculum development.

Student Production & Performances

Direct and produce student performances and theatrical productions throughout the school year.

Collaborate with music, visual arts and other faculty members to create meaningful performance experiences.

Oversee production planning and logistics, including rehearsal schedules, casting, communication and coordination of technical elements.

Initiate projects independently.

Is available for evening and weekend rehearsals, as required.

Community Engagement

Promote Berkeley Hall School’s mission and core values of Respect, Responsibility, Honesty and Compassion.

Integrate social-emotional learning and character development into classroom instruction.

Build positive relationships with students and serve as a mentor, advisor, or club leader as assigned.

Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.

Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families and colleagues.

Engage with families as partners in education, including conducting parent teacher conferences.

Supervise students during recess, lunch, arrival, dismissal, and other assigned duties.

Professional Expectations

Participates in faculty meetings, professional development (Depth of Study) groups and other school events.

Engage in ongoing professional learning to remain current in theatre arts education and best instructional practices.

Support school enrollment, admission and community-building initiatives as requested.

Fulfill all responsibilities outlined in the Employee Handbook and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts/Science degree (required), preferably in subject matter taught

Teaching Credential (preferred)

Experience teaching multiple-subjects (preferred)

Live Scan and TB clearance

Skills :

Fosters a collaborative learning environment for both teachers and students.

Exhibits a growth mindset.

Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Takes initiative and is a self-starter.

Thoughtfully and effectively communicates with colleagues, students, parents, and teachers.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships; is a team player and puts relationships first.

Teaches with courage and emotional agility–a high level of emotional intelligence is required.

Moves through uncertainty and adversity with grace and balance.

Ability to give and receive feedback effectively and efficiently.

Commitment to BHS diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives.

Has a working knowledge and proficient use of Microsoft Office, and g suite

Knowledge of MacBooks, iPads and associated applications and technologies

Physical Requirements:

Regularly sits, talks, and listens

Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally

Regularly uses close and distance vision

Works at desk and computer screen for extended periods of time

Turns, bends, and reaches

Works in traditional, climate-controlled office environment

Ability to walk 60-acre campus

Terms of Employment :

This is an exempt position. Competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, long-term disability, and a retirement plan (with up to 7% employer match). Hours on campus are expected from 7:15 am–4:00 pm. As an exempt employee, work outside of these hours, including nights and weekends, may be required to fulfill the essential job functions of this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Berkeley Hall School provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Equal opportunity includes, but is not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves of absence, and termination .