About this role
Independence Local Schools Supplemental Position Drama Club Director (Grades 5-6) 2026-2027 School Year
Position Summary: The Drama Club Director will lead and direct the 5th- and 6th-grade Drama Club, fostering students' creativity, confidence, and collaboration through the production of a musical performance. This position involves running rehearsals and coordinating with the PTO and parent volunteers. Responsibilities:
• Conduct rehearsals twice a week after school (2 hours each) and supervise students, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. • Direct students in acting, movement, voice, and stage presence while providing feedback and encouragement to foster skill development and teamwork. • Collaborate with the assistant director/choreographer about blocking and movement. • Team up with PTO, parents, and student volunteers on sets, costumes, props, and calendars. • Lead and oversee tech week of approximately 16 hours of rehearsals (spread over 4 days) leading up to the 2 performances.
Skills & Experience Required:
• Prior experience directing youth theater, teaching drama or voice, or leading performing arts activities. • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. • Knowledge of theater production elements (blocking, stage movement, basic technical theater), strong vocal ability, and proficiency in teaching children to sing. • Experience engaging and managing middle schoolage students with creativity, flexibility, and patience in working with young performers. • Must pass required background checks.
Potential Showtimes:
• Option 1 - Start September 20, 2026 - Performance December 19-20, 2026 with after-school practices. • Option 2 - Start November 6, 2026 - Performance February 13-14, 2027 with after-school practices.
Compensation:
• Stipend Range: .026 of the base for Director ($1375.00). Additional compensation for the Assistant/Choreographer is available.
If interested, please contact TJ Ebert, HR/Business Operations Director, at [email protected].