School of the Holy Child is a leading all-girls, Catholic, independent school in Rye, NY, for grades 5 through 12. Guided by our mission to develop “women of conscience and action,” Holy Child inspires students to achieve their personal and academic potential while fostering a deep commitment to serving others.

Founded by Cornelia Connelly, whose vision of “joy in teaching and joy in learning” remains a cornerstone of our educational philosophy, Holy Child cultivates a vibrant and supportive environment where girls thrive. Accomplished and dedicated faculty members foster the spiritual development, individual talents and interests of each student. This is realized through engaging and comprehensive programming in academics and service, as well as arts, athletics, and global studies.

With a student body of 390 young women from 75 communities in the Bronx, Queens, and Westchester County in New York and Fairfield County in Connecticut, Holy Child’s inclusive community prepares graduates to think critically, act compassionately, and lead confidently in a diverse and interconnected society.

Holy Child seeks an experienced and dedicated music and/or theatre arts educator with experience leading high school theatrical productions to serve as the Director of the Performing Arts. This is a 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. position that requires after-school commitments. The Director of the Performing Arts oversees all Performing Arts programs for our school, grades 5-12. Ideal candidates are passionate arts educators with extensive experience directing plays and musical theatre productions; possess strong organizational, leadership and communication skills; have a minimum of 5 years experience as an arts educator/program director; and are highly motivated and passionate about making a difference in students’ lives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all Performing Arts programming and curriculum development grades 5-12
• Oversee and complete annual faculty evaluations for all Performing Arts staff 
• Oversee substantial Performing Arts budgets
• Oversee scheduling, vendors, artists, rentals, budget, etc. for all Performing Arts events, including but not limited to, three Upper and Middle School Theatrical productions, Christmas and Spring Concerts, etc.
• Teach 2 sections of choral music and/or theatre arts
• Direct/co-direct after-school Upper and/or Middle School theatrical productions
• Oversee theatre space and equipment (lighting, sound, projector, etc.)
• Show a commitment to community and belonging work
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with every member of the community: students, families, and colleagues alike
• Communicate regularly and effectively with Division Heads and advisors about student progress
• Attend and participate in academic conferences and school events
• Cover study halls, lunch duties, and other assignments, as needed

Qualifications:

• BA or BFA degree required; MA or MFA degree, or higher preferred
• A minimum of 5 years experience as a teacher, chair, or program director
• Experience as a Director or Music Director of High School theatrical productions (both plays and musicals)
• Passionate and knowledgeable about arts education
• Strong piano skills and the ability to read and teach music
• Ability to conduct a pit orchestra/MD a musical theatre production
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• A good sense of humor and collegial spirit
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Coupled with these credentials, the candidate will have a flexible and team-oriented approach to arts education, exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail, and superior interpersonal skills. In addition, candidates with experience in an all-girls, faith-based school and those who will embrace our School's mission of "developing women of conscience and action" are preferable.  

School of the Holy Child actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programs, and hiring. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability or sexual orientation in administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics and other school-administered programs.

Interested candidates should indicate how they learned of the position and forward their resume to employment@holychildrye.org

About School of the Holy Child

School of the Holy Child is a leading all-girls, Catholic, independent school in Rye, NY, for grades 5 through 12. Guided by our mission to develop “women of conscience and action,” Holy Child inspires students to achieve their personal and academic potential while fostering a deep commitment to serving others. Founded by Cornelia Connelly, whose vision of “joy in teaching and joy in learning” remains a cornerstone of our educational philosophy, Holy Child cultivates a vibrant and supportive environment where girls thrive. Accomplished and dedicated faculty members foster the spiritual development, individual talents, and interests of each student. This is realized through engaging and comprehensive programming in academics and service, as well as arts, athletics, and global studies. With a student body of 390 young women from 75 communities in the Bronx, Queens, and Westchester County in New York and Fairfield County in Connecticut, Holy Child’s inclusive community prepares graduates to think critically, act compassionately, and lead confidently in a diverse and interconnected society. School of the Holy Child actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our com...munity in our admissions, programs, and hiring. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability or sexual orientation in administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics and other school-administered programs.

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