Bachelor's degree required; BFA or specialized acting training preferred.
Master's degree preferred.
Four years of teaching experience preferred.
Experience in a performing arts organization or educational setting.
Knowledge of various acting training methods.
Proficiency in technology for classroom enhancement.
Strong relationship-building skills with students and colleagues.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Responsibilities
Teach foundational acting classes for grades 9-12.
Instruct a Public Speaking course.
Support seniors with graduation speeches.
Assist students in preparing public remarks for events.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum.
Incorporate drama history to present diverse perspectives.
Stay updated on acting techniques through professional development.
Engage in school life by attending assemblies and performances.
Benefits
Competitive benefits package.
Full Job Description
Trevor Day School is seeking candidates for an Upper School Drama Teacher for the 2026-27 academic year. This is a leave replacement for the spring semester. Candidates should be prepared to teach classes for grades 9 through 12, nurturing creativity while providing instruction in a variety of acting techniques. They should have a strong desire to work with a diverse student body and faculty in an open and collaborative environment. Trevor teachers are expected to participate actively in the daily life of the school.
Responsibilities include:
Teach foundational acting classes (Basic Drama for 9th grade, Drama II for 10th grade, Junior/Senior Drama).
Teach a Public Speaking course.
Support seniors who are giving graduation speeches.
Support students preparing public remarks for other school-related events.
Collaborate and develop curriculum with colleagues.
Use drama history to present a diversity of perspectives.
Maintain current knowledge of acting techniques through professional development.
Participate in the life of the school by attending assemblies, student presentations, and performances.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required; Bachelor of Fine Arts from an acting conservatory or specialized acting training preferred.
Master of Arts or Master of Fine Arts preferred.
Four years of teaching experience preferred.
Experience working in a performing arts organization, school, or educational setting.
Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of acting training methods.
Proficiency in using technology to enhance classroom learning.
Proven ability to form strong, professional relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
A growth mindset and lifelong dedication to learning.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The full-time annual salary range for this position is $60,000-$110,000 as per the school's salary scale. When extending an offer for employment, Trevor Day School bases the salary upon several factors that include (but are not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education, training, key skills, and peer salary equity. The school also offers a competitive benefits package.
