Hopkins Schools
Middle School Theatre Program Director
Hopkins Schools, Hopkins, Minnesota, United States, 55305
Position Details
Position Type: Coaching
Date Posted: 10/21/2025
Location: Hopkins North Middle School
At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E‑12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human‑centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity‑minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
Position Summary The Middle School Theatre Program Producer/Director is responsible for leading and managing the school’s theatre program, including the production and direction of annual performances, coordination of all theatrical activities, and fostering a love of theatre in middle school students (grades 6‑8). This role requires a creative, organized, and enthusiastic individual with a passion for theatre education and a commitment to student development both on and off the stage.
Key Responsibilities
Select age‑appropriate theatrical productions in alignment with the school’s mission and student interests.
Direct one major production per school year (Spring Musical).
Oversee all aspects of production: casting, staging, rehearsals, costumes, sets, lighting, sound, and promotion.
Collaborate with staff, parent volunteers, and outside professionals as needed to execute productions.
Program Management
Develop and maintain a yearly production calendar, including auditions, rehearsals, and performance dates.
Coordinate and manage production budgets, including fundraising, ticket sales, and sponsorships.
Ensure student safety and maintain discipline and respect during all theatre‑related activities.
Oversee technical operations and coordinate with technical staff for lighting, sound, and set design.
Instructional & Student Development
Teach basic to intermediate theatre skills, including acting, voice, movement, improvisation, and stagecraft.
Foster a supportive and inclusive environment where students of all experience levels can participate and grow.
Provide mentorship, encouragement, and feedback to students throughout the rehearsal and performance process.
Encourage student leadership through stage management, crew roles, and peer mentoring.
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with school administration, faculty, and parent organizations to ensure alignment with school values.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and school staff about program updates and performance information.
Promote the theatre program within the school community to encourage participation and attendance.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
Previous theatre experience preferred.
Experience working with adolescents in an educational or performing arts setting is preferred.
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Valid Minnesota driver’s license.
Required Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge
Child development and positive coaching strategies.
Equity, inclusion, and cultural competency in the arts.
Required Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and staff.
Ability to motivate and mentor students.
Organizational skills for managing practices, equipment, and events.
Ability to enforce rules and maintain discipline respectfully and fairly.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS The position requires mobility to work in a theater or school environment.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in a school or theater building.
Hours & Compensation 1.0 FTE Stipend range: $700 - $2,000.00 Position specific Benefits information is available
HERE Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located
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Position Type: Coaching
Date Posted: 10/21/2025
Location: Hopkins North Middle School
At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E‑12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human‑centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity‑minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
Position Summary The Middle School Theatre Program Producer/Director is responsible for leading and managing the school’s theatre program, including the production and direction of annual performances, coordination of all theatrical activities, and fostering a love of theatre in middle school students (grades 6‑8). This role requires a creative, organized, and enthusiastic individual with a passion for theatre education and a commitment to student development both on and off the stage.
Key Responsibilities
Select age‑appropriate theatrical productions in alignment with the school’s mission and student interests.
Direct one major production per school year (Spring Musical).
Oversee all aspects of production: casting, staging, rehearsals, costumes, sets, lighting, sound, and promotion.
Collaborate with staff, parent volunteers, and outside professionals as needed to execute productions.
Program Management
Develop and maintain a yearly production calendar, including auditions, rehearsals, and performance dates.
Coordinate and manage production budgets, including fundraising, ticket sales, and sponsorships.
Ensure student safety and maintain discipline and respect during all theatre‑related activities.
Oversee technical operations and coordinate with technical staff for lighting, sound, and set design.
Instructional & Student Development
Teach basic to intermediate theatre skills, including acting, voice, movement, improvisation, and stagecraft.
Foster a supportive and inclusive environment where students of all experience levels can participate and grow.
Provide mentorship, encouragement, and feedback to students throughout the rehearsal and performance process.
Encourage student leadership through stage management, crew roles, and peer mentoring.
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with school administration, faculty, and parent organizations to ensure alignment with school values.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and school staff about program updates and performance information.
Promote the theatre program within the school community to encourage participation and attendance.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
Previous theatre experience preferred.
Experience working with adolescents in an educational or performing arts setting is preferred.
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Valid Minnesota driver’s license.
Required Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge
Child development and positive coaching strategies.
Equity, inclusion, and cultural competency in the arts.
Required Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and staff.
Ability to motivate and mentor students.
Organizational skills for managing practices, equipment, and events.
Ability to enforce rules and maintain discipline respectfully and fairly.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS The position requires mobility to work in a theater or school environment.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in a school or theater building.
Hours & Compensation 1.0 FTE Stipend range: $700 - $2,000.00 Position specific Benefits information is available
HERE Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located
HERE
#J-18808-Ljbffr