Theater Teacher and Director

St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School seeks a dynamic Theater Teacher and Director with a commitment to Middle and Upper School arts education in a boarding/day school with a diverse and welcoming Episcopal environment.

This is a 10-month, full-time position, and reports to the Associate Head of School. Outstanding candidates will be self-directed, possess exceptional rapport-building skills, and enjoy working with other adults to encourage challenge, balance, and joy in the lives of adolescents.

Named one of the eight most beautiful high schools in the South by Southern Living magazine, St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School (www.sasweb.org) is a private, co-educational, Episcopal, day and boarding college-preparatory school serving 200 students in grades 6-12.

The school welcomes students from around the country and around the world. Our faculty and staff appreciate abundant outdoor adventure, access to the academic and cultural opportunities of the nearby University of the South, and the joy of cultivating close relationships in a small community.

The duties and responsibilities of this position include:

• Teach Middle School and Upper School Theater courses
• Direct two productions each year, including one musical
• Supervise McCrory Hall setup for speakers, assemblies, and other events
• Coordinate Creative Expression Assemblies, school-wide opportunities to share creative works, four times a year

• Master’s degree in Theater, Education, or related field
• Teaching experience in a Middle and Upper School setting
• Experience in directing and teaching theater courses
• Ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills