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Additional Position Information

JOIN OUR TEAM - NOW HIRING: GIG HARBOR HS PERFORMING ARTS TEACHER (.5 FTE)

OVERVIEW

Peninsula School District is seeking a dynamic and passionate Performing Arts Teacher to join our dedicated faculty. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in theatre and music education, with the ability to teach courses in Play Production, Introduction to Drama, Choir, and Theatre Tech Design. This individual will inspire students through the performing arts, fostering a love for creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Play Production:

• Develop and implement curriculum for play production classes.

• Direct and produce school plays and musicals, guiding students through the entire production process.

• Teach students various aspects of performance, including acting techniques, script analysis, and stage presence.

Introduction to Drama:

• Create engaging lesson plans for introductory drama courses.

• Introduce students to the fundamentals of acting, improvisation, and theatre history.

• Foster a supportive environment where students can develop their confidence and creativity.

Choir:

• Conduct choir classes, selecting appropriate repertoire for varying skill levels.

• Provide vocal instruction and support students in developing their singing abilities.

• Organize and lead performances for school and community events.

Theatre Tech Design:

• Teach the technical aspects of theatre production, including set design, lighting, sound, and costume design.

• Supervise students in the creation and execution of technical elements for school productions.

• Ensure safe practices in the use of technical theatre equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Washington State Certificate with proper endorsements to teach the subject(s) of the position posted, required.

PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Uses assessment to adapt curriculum and instruction so that each student experiences.

• Reflects on personal performance for continuous improvement and implementation of best practices.

• Communicates effectively to build relationships and articulates high expectations with students, parents, and colleagues.

• Demonstrates a love of learning that translates into high expectations for self and each student.

• Contributes unique talents to work collaboratively for the benefit of the entire school community.

• Embraces diversity and values the contributions of each individual.

• Uses technology to enhance student learning and to communicate with parents and colleagues.

• Exhibits a passion for working with students.

• Ability to work collaboratively with different teams.

• Ability to build positive relationships with students and will communicate frequently with parents on student's academic and social areas.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

We are seeking the best applicants for the Peninsula School District and will give time and care to review your materials. To be considered for employment, we require that you upload all of the required attachments.

Applications are routinely screened during the position posting period. Once the position closes, Hiring Administrators will continue to review applicant data and the selected candidates for interview for the open position.

The Peninsula School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX and Compliance Officer, Dan Dizon, at (253) 530-1041 email dizond@psd401.net and for Section 504 and ADA Coordinator, John Yellowlees, at (253) 530-1081, email yellowleesj@psd401.net . Mailing address: 14015 62nd Ave. NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332.

Conditions of Employment

• Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
• Do you have a valid Washington State teaching certificate? (or will have by the start date of the position?)
• Will you submit to a criminal history background check?
• Upon employment, can you provide an official copy of your transcript(s) and certification?
• Do you certify the answers given herin are true and complete to the best of your knowledge?

Additional Application Steps

CERTIFICATED TEACHER APPLICATION STEPS:

You MUST SUBMIT an electronic application to be considered for employment. Please complete all of the steps in the online application form so that we may fully consider you for employment. We are seeking the best applicants for the Peninsula School District, and will give time and care to review your materials. Additionally, the following REQUIRED attachments need to be submitted with your application in electronic format (NO PAPER COPIES WILL BE ACCEPTED):

ATTACHMENTS:

• CERTIFICATES: Attach a copy of your valid Washington State Teaching Certificate, with appropriate endorsement(s) and/or licences. If you have not yet completed the process of obtaining the appropriate Washington State credential, please upload a statement detailing what steps you have taken to obtain your certificate as well as what steps you still need to take.
• TRANSCRIPTS: Attach an official, or unofficial, copy of your college and/or university transcript(s). If you have several transcripts from multiple schools, you are not required to submit all of them. If you have several transcripts from multiple schools, please attach the transcript(s) which show your attained degree(s). If hired, all of your official transcripts will be required to be submitted to Human Resources.
• COVER LETTER: A cover letter is a document sent with your resume to provide additional supplemental information in regard to your skills and experience. A cover letter shouldn't simply repeat what is on your resume, rather, it should include specific information on why you would be a strong match for the desired position in the Peninsula School District. Cover letters may be addressed to Human Resources, the Principal, or the hiring team.
• RESUME: A current resume is a written compilation highlighting your education, relevant work experience, credentials, and accomplishments.
• LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: A letter of recommendation, is a document in which the writer assesses the qualities, characteristics, and capabilities of the person being recommended in terms of that individual's ability to perform a particular task or function. Typically, letters of reference are customarily written by a former employer(s) or supervisor(s) that can attest to the individual's skills, knowledge, and abilities. Submit at least 2 current (dated within the last 2 years) letters of recommendation.
• CONFIDENTIAL REFERENCE: Submit at least two current (dated within the last 2 years) confidential references from immediate employer(s) or supervisor(s) that can attest to the individual's skills, knowledge, abilities, qualities, characteristics, and capabilities of the person being recommended in terms of that individual's ability to perform a particular task or function.
• APPLICANT DISCLOSURE STATEMENT (required):The Applicant Disclosure Statement document is a fillable form that mimics the Background Check Questionnaire. Click on this Applicant Disclosure Statement link to open a blank copy of this form.

PLEASE READ: When you click the Applicant Disclosure Statement link, the form will open in your web browser. DO NOT fill out the form from this view. Instead, save a blank copy of the form to a location on your computer that is easily accessible [such as on your "Desktop"]. Open the saved blank copy with the Adobe Reader (R) program. Mac users: the default program on your Mac computer is called Preview and is NOT COMPATIBLE with Adobe Fillable Forms. Complete the Applicant Disclosure Statement and save the changes to your form and attach the saved form to your online application.

Benefits

Benefits include paid sick leave and Washington State Retirement plan. This position is projected to meet the minimum hours worked of six hundred thirty hours of employment in a school year to qualify for SEBB benefits.

There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the SEBB website.

Attachments

Applicant Disclosure Statement*

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• Certificate*

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• Academic Transcript*

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• Cover Ltr*

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• Resume*

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• Ltr of Recommendation*

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• Ltr of Recommendation 2*

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• Ltr of Recommendation 3

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• West E/Praxis Scores