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Boston Public Schools Teacher - Theater (Lighting and Technical Design), 9-12 (Long-Term Substitute) (SY24-25) in Boston, Massachusetts

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Job ID: 5052943

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THIS IS A LONG-TERM SUB POSITION that is expected to start on 03/28/2025 and end on 05/09/2025. Please note that all substitute teachers are hired as per diem subs, even when placed in long-term assignments. All substitutes begin at the per diem rate of pay. For further information about becoming a BPS sub, please refer to our website (https://www.bostonpublicschools.org/old-homepage2/careers1/sub-central).

T he Boston Arts Academy seeks an exceptional Theatre Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners and leaders. At BAA, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BAA is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.

This candidate will cultivate a safe environment for students to achieve their musical and creative potential and ensure that each Boston Arts Academy student has an exceptional musical education. This candidate will be responsible for creating dynamic lessons and learning experiences to ensure their students are challenged and primed for growth. Successful candidates will have a strong technical theater background with expertise in lighting, rigging, audio and stage crew with young tech students.

Responsibilities:

  • Teach 9th and 10th grade lighting labs

  • Mentor 11 and 12th-grade design students who design shows.

  • Ability to program audio and soundboards

  • Take daily attendance for classes

  • Post grades every two weeks and end of term

  • Communicate with parents/guardians when necessary

  • Work with theater department chair to manage technical theater needs and schedule

  • Assist in all aspects of tech production for Music, Dance and Theatre performance

  • Assist staff with any technical needs related to using the theaters for assemblies, meetings etc.

Qualifications - Required

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree

  • Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.

  • Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

  • Strong background in theatre production, especially lighting and technical theatre

  • Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues.

  • Strong organizational skills, especially managing schedules and calendars

  • Training in Genie, Fly/Rigging

  • Knowledge of Ion Gio light board- programming experience

  • Experience working with high school students

  • Ability to work as a local in Boston, MA.

Qualifications - Preferred

  • Experience with sound audio production

  • Knowledge of Yamaha Q5 soundboard programming

  • Genie Certification

  • Experience teaching in urban schools.

  • BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.

The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

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