Technical Theater Director and AV Coordinator

Greenhills School

Ann Arbor, MI

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Audiovisual, Benchmarking, Best Practices, Coaching, Construction, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Fine Art, Health Maintenance, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Pedagogy, Performing Arts, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Planning, Risk, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Standards of Care, Stewardship, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Operations, Technical Support, Technical Training, Technical/Engineering Design, Theater, Theater Production, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum

LOCATION

Ann Arbor, MI

POSTED

Today

Department: Fine and Performing Arts
FLSA: Exempt
Reports to: Fine and Performing Arts Department Chair and Head of Upper School

Schedule: Full-Time / Academic Year; many evening or weekend hours as needed for production coordination
Designation: Teaching Faculty
Travel: Rare
POSITION SUMMARY

The School seeks a full-time Technical Theater teacher whose primary responsibility is to deliver a rigorous, student-centered technical theater curriculum while stewarding theater spaces as safe, organized, and effective learning environments. This role prioritizes teaching and curriculum development across all areas of technical theater, including scenic design and construction, lighting, sound, stage management, and production processes. The position supports student learning through theatrical productions and coordinates and mentors a student audiovisual crew ("The Booth Bats"), providing training, supervision, and systems for student-led technical operations within Fine and Performing Arts events as well as school-wide events. The ideal candidate is an educator with strong pedagogical practices, experience working with adolescents, and a commitment to fostering creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving through hands-on learning.

Greenhills School is eager to consider applications from a diverse mix of talented, student-centered educators and role models who bring joy and good humor to our classrooms, fields, and offices, employ a broad array of effective instructional methods, work collaboratively with colleagues, solicit and respond to student feedback, and commit to reflective practice and continual growth. We pride ourselves on being a warm and welcoming, inclusive community.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching & Curriculum

Design and teach Technical Theater courses (typically 2-3 sections) with clearly developed units of study.
Develop curriculum across areas such as:
- Scenic design and construction
- Lighting design fundamentals
- Sound design fundamentals
- Stage management practices
- Production design and collaborative processes
- Theater safety and professional standards
Emphasize conceptual thinking, planning, design process, and safe practices.
Assess student learning using clear benchmarks aligned with departmental goals.
Foster a classroom environment that supports inquiry, collaboration, and creative risk-taking.

Theater Space & Shop Stewardship

Maintain the theater, backstage areas, and scene shop as clean, organized, safe, and functional learning environments.
Establish and uphold systems for:
- Tool organization and safe storage
- Material inventory and access
- Student use and cleanup procedures
Teach and reinforce proper safety protocols and responsible use of tools and equipment.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and best practices in all shop and stage activities.

Audio & Lighting Systems: Oversight, Maintenance, and Coordination

Conduct routine checks of lighting and sound equipment to ensure operational readiness.
Maintain inventories and basic maintenance logs for technical equipment.
Perform basic troubleshooting and communicate repair or upgrade needs to the Department Chair.
Support student learning through instruction in foundational lighting and sound systems.
Coordinate, train, and supervise the student A/V crew ("The Booth Bats"), establishing clear roles, expectations, and operating procedures.
Oversee student use of lighting and sound systems for Fine and Performing Arts events, ensuring safe and effective operation.
Coordinate the audio-visual needs at all daily assemblies and other school events, large group meetings, and presentations.
Coordinate with external professionals and/or production teams when advanced technical support is required.

Production Collaboration (Instructional Support Role)

Collaborate with directors and production teams during planning phases as needed.
Support student involvement in productions through coursework and supervised shop or design work.
Assist in organizing build schedules and student crew participation when aligned with instructional goals.

Note: This role is not expected to serve as the sole Technical Director for Productions and does not require regular attendance at rehearsals.
GENERAL PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Collaborate with department colleagues on pedagogy and curriculum, and to vertically align coursework to provide students with a meaningful scope and sequence throughout their 6-12 school experience.
Reflect on instructional practices and seek out opportunities for professional development.
Create inclusive and effective classroom environments and provide learning support for students inside and outside the classroom as needed, including implementing formal accommodations, in consultation with the Greenhills Learning Center.
Practice clear, timely, and professional communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
Attend regular department, faculty, and other meetings.
Promote an inclusive working and community environment.
Participate in community life through service in Greenhills advising and co-curricular programs, which may include coaching.
Serve as a role model in maintaining appropriate standards of care for students and maintaining healthy boundaries in student and professional relationships.

Requirements

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Bachelor's degree in Theater, Technical Theater, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
Demonstrated teaching experience, ideally at the middle and/or secondary level.
The ideal candidate will have substantial expertise in the field and will be:

A student-centered educator who creates an interactive classroom.

A creative problem solver.

Knowledgeable about adolescents' intellectual, social, and emotional development and willing to positively greet the challenges and opportunities they present.

A professional oral and written communicator.

Eager to work collaboratively with colleagues on curriculum design, pedagogy, and assessments.

Versatile and open to diverse teaching assignments within the department.

Actively involved in school life.

Comfortable using technology in the classroom.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Ability to stand, move, and work in a theater and shop environment for extended periods.
Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, reach, and lift materials and equipment.
Ability to operate basic tools and theater equipment safely.
Ability to ascend/descend ladders and navigate backstage and shop spaces.
Greenhills School property is a tobacco-free environment.

HOW TO APPLY

A cover letter, resume, and the names of three references (including two supervisory) should be included with your application via this portal.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation: Salary is competitive, commensurate with experience and education level, and includes lunch when school is in session. Greenhills provides a comprehensive benefit package, which includes a variety of health insurance offerings, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability offerings, HSA/FSA options, and retirement benefits through TIAA.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This position description is subject to change at any time.

Applicants must be able to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.

Greenhills School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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