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7 Highfield Drive
Falmouth, MA 02540-2345
508-457-9696 Phone | 508-457-4112 Fax
candidates@falmouthacademy.org
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT FALMOUTH ACADEMY
Job Title: Part Time Stagecraft and Technical Theater
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Responsible to: Arts Department Chair/Director of Community Outreach
Last Modified: September 2019
Position Summary: Falmouth Academy is seeking a part-time stagecraft and technical theater teacher for the 2019-2020 school year. Preferred candidates will have an academic background in technical theater or a related field, as well as experience working in a school setting. Responsibilities include overseeing and executing all aspects of the technical and A/V needs in the Simon Center for the Arts, to include both school and community events. Scheduling for the position is flexible, though it includes some weekends, after-school, and evening hours, depending on the calendar of events. Ideally, he or she will also teach one 70-minute class per week of Stagecraft, which integrates closely with the Drama department and its production of three annual school plays.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee all aspects of event and theatrical productions including but not limited to: safety, sets, lighting, projection, audio, staging and props
Teach a once-a-week class in Stagecraft (approximately 8 students)
Ensure that all aspects of the event comply with current life safety codes and requirements
Act as a primary carpenter in the scene shop
Supervise and direct student-staffed stage crew
Other duties as assigned by the Arts Chair/ Dir. Of Community Outreach
Preferred Qualifications
BFA/MFA in Technical Production or Technical Direction Management (or a related field)
Three-years of experience in a comparable environment with a proven record of success
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and handle extensive standing, walking and ladder climbing.
Ability to remain calm and productive in difficult situations demonstrating good people skills and sense of humor.
Candidates who wish inquire should send a cover letter and resume to George Scharr, Arts Chair/Director of Community Outreach. Communication via email preferred: gscharr@falmouthacademy.org