The Madeira School is seeking a Substitute Theater Teacher for Mods 6 & 7 (March 30, 2026-June 5, 2026). A desire to collaborate with colleagues, a commitment to encouraging the potential in every student, a commitment to student-oriented learning, and a willingness to use a learning management system and online gradebook are essential. 

Responsibilities:

• Have the content knowledge and personal flexibility to teach a range of students in the following classes: Acting II and Public Speaking (Mod 6) and Directing and Acting 1 (Mod 7)
• Have the content knowledge and personal flexibility to teach a range of students in the Theater Showcase afterschool activity (both Mod 6 and Mod 7).
• Assist the students in the creation of the student-centered Theater Showcase performances as part of the Springfest assembly
• Maintain accurate student records such as grades and comments and communicate such data in accordance with the Academic Calendar and School expectations
• Know how girls learn and use this knowledge to guide instructional and curricular decisions; apply principles of mind, brain and education science when teaching, developing curriculum, and assessing student learning
• Work collaboratively with a team of faculty, colleagues, administrators and parents
• Support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values

Requirements:

• Teaching experience required.  
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred. 
• Ability to demonstrate growth mindset, optimism, and a belief that all students can learn. 
• Self-starter with the ability to innovate and think creatively about education. 
• Ability to teach students using existing curriculum and resources. 
• Ability to inspire students and encourage creative thinking. 
• Ability to use, adapt, and introduce a wide variety of technology tools to support and deepen student learning 

About The Madeira School

The Madeira School is an independent boarding and day school that educates girls in grades 9-12. The scenic 376-acre campus is just 10 miles from Washington, DC. Enrolling 335 students from 21 states and 38 countries, Madeira was founded with the vision of leading innovation in girls’ education and the mission of launching women who change the world

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