25-26 Teacher Theater

Teacher Theater

MISSION:

The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond.

WHO YOU ARE: 

The Theater Teacher will plan and deliver meaningful learning experiences, create opportunities for maximum educational and social development, and work with all members of the school community to create a nurturing and structured environment for each student.

Do you have what it takes?

• Education and Experience: 

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  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
  
  
  • A New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) in Drama.
  
  
  
  

THE ROLE:

• Build a classroom culture in which scholars develop a love of theater.

• Collaborate with Theater Teachers across the network to build a world-class theater program while investing the community in the vital role of the arts in education.

• Engage students with a repertoire that is relevant to their lives and interests.

• Design and execute professional-quality performance opportunities for all scholars.

• Organize and provide developmentally appropriate educational programs and instruction; plan and implement curriculum and differentiated instruction for middle school students.

• Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, innovation, problem-solving, and the use of technology appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of students.

• Create a supportive and caring classroom environment in which students can learn and interact positively with one another; through student-centered instruction, collaboration, and authentic assessment.

• Maintain an open and cooperative relationship with students, colleagues, and parents.

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Salary range: BA $64,570 - $92,200 / MA $65,820 - $93,450

• Term of Employment: 10.5 Months

• Union: MPTEA 

Are You Ready To Join The Village?

Here’s what you can expect-

• The opportunity to join an experienced, diverse, and mission-driven team that is passionate about educational equity


• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies


• Family Focus: Parental/Family leave so you can care for your loved ones


• Pension: Eligibility for participation in the state pension plan


• Learning & Development: A culture that encourages and promotes professional growth and development


• Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded.

Next Steps: MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received only some applicants will be contacted.  If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to move forward in the selection process.

Marion P. Thomas Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.