Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action. Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority for Holy Child, and we are committed to hiring faculty and staff with diverse experiences and backgrounds, to empower our students to connect and grow. Our Core Values are Believe, Belong, Become!

To apply, please email your resume to humanresources@holychild.org.

Looking forward to receiving your resume, expressing an interest in our amazing school!!!

Responsibilities:

• Teach theatre classes in the Upper School including Foundations of Technical Theatre, Foundations of Acting, Advanced Theatre Production, and Acting Ensemble
• Train, direct, and supervise stage crews and design teams as Technical Director for all school productions including musicals, dance concerts, and plays
• Build sets and collaborate with department on costumes and props
• Organize student performances in collaboration with other performing arts faculty and Director of Visual and Performing Arts
• Prepare technical support and production for liturgical services throughout the year in collaboration with Campus Ministry Office regarding tech needs for Mass
• Collaborate with Technology Department on supporting school events throughout the year
• Foster a classroom environment that is conducive to the intellectual, social, and emotional development of young women
• Communicate effectively with Director of Visual and Performing Arts and Department Chair
• Work as a team with other teachers in the department, including sharing space and equipment
• Communicate effectively and consistently with students, parents, staff, and community
• Maintain appropriate records, student progress reports, and follow required procedures and practices
• Integrate the use, care, and safety with technology, equipment, materials, and facilities adequately
• Participate in weekend and evening hours required for after school programs, rehearsals, performances, and events

• The ideal candidate will possess:

• Degree in theatre and/or relevant teaching experience in various levels of secondary education 6-12^th grade
• Master’s Degree preferred
• Experience with middle school and upper school theatrical productions
• Proven experience engaging students in classroom experiences that foster critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity
• Experience using a variety of pedagogical strategies to teach students 6-12^th
• Ability to collaborate to develop and plan curriculum
• Ability to work closely with the performing arts faculty
• Willingness to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, and parents
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values
• Genuine enthusiasm, personal warmth and passion for teaching and inspiring a love of learning

About Connelly School of the Holy Child

Connelly School of the Holy Child Founded in 1961 by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus as a college preparatory school for girls grade 6-12. The school is part of a network of 33 Holy Child schools in the United States, Europe and Africa, which is guided by the educational philosophy of Cornelia Connelly. Holy Child enrolls approximately 300 students every year from the Washington, DC metropolitan area as well as across the globe. Holy Child creates a personal learning experience with an 8 to 1 student to faculty ratio and offers fine arts programs as well as competitive sports teams in soccer, field hockey, volleyball, basketball, cross country lacrosse and more. Service is part of the Holy Child curriculum and students last year completed 5,000 hours of community service.

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