Stone Ridge is seeking a Part-Time (50%) Middle School Drama Teacher to begin on August 14, 2024.
Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, a member of the international Network of Sacred Heart Schools, is a Catholic, independent college preparatory school for girls, Grades 1-12, with a co-educational Early Childhood Program, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten in Bethesda, Maryland. With over 750 students, and rooted in the Goals of Sacred Heart education, Stone Ridge inspires young women to lead and serve, through lives of purpose that integrate faith, intellect, community, social action, and personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.
The Middle School Drama Teacher:
is responsible for teaching drama (and the related skills of music, public speaking, dance, and movement) in alignment with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education to students in Grades 5 and 6.
works closely with colleagues in the Performing Arts Department and throughout the Middle School
creates and updates plans for content, quality, and continuity of curriculum
actively collaborates with Learning Strategists, Educational Technologists, the Librarian, and the Middle School Counselor to develop strategies to support all students
attends all faculty and employee meetings
fulfills other assigned faculty duties
maintains good communication with families about student progress through regular progress reports and responses to parents’ inquiries.
Requirements and Qualifications
The desired candidate:
has experience teaching drama, music, or dance at the middle school level.
holds a BA in a related field.
demonstrates genuine affection for children, a record of successful teaching, a capacity for working with a range of learning abilities, and experience with integrating appropriate educational technologies into the teaching environment.
demonstrates familiarity with/has experience teaching in the model of Understanding by Design.
is familiar with Responsive Classroom and Developmental Design.
has a collaborative spirit, excellent communication skills, and creativity.
An early career candidate is encouraged to apply/will be considered, especially if s/he has an interest in developing the pedagogy, career, and profession of education. Compensation includes salary commensurate with experience. Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should complete the application below. Stone Ridge is looking for a candidate who is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and who has experience or interest in teaching in independent, Catholic schools, public, or charter schools. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, Human Resources Manager, all in PDF format.
Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, a member of the international Network of Sacred Heart Schools, is a Catholic, independent college preparatory school for girls, Grades 1-12, with a co-educational Early Childhood Program, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten in Bethesda, Maryland. With over 700 students, and rooted in the Goals of Sacred Heart education, Stone Ridge inspires young women to lead and serve, through lives of purpose that integrate faith, intellect, community, social action, and personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.