Long-Term Substitute, Theater Instructional Faculty

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Long-Term Substitute, Theater Instructional Faculty - Arts+Media

This position offices in-person, on campus

ROLE SUMMARY

Faculty members at Valor Christian High School are charged with preparing tomorrow’s leaders to transform the world for Christ. An Instructional Faculty - Theater member in the Arts+Media department at Valor equips students to pursue artistic excellence and Christ-centered leadership through high-quality theater instruction, mentorship, and productions.  This role develops students’ performance and technical theater skills, fosters creative and spiritual growth, and supports students’ collegiate and professional aspirations. The faculty member also cultivates a collaborative, excellence-driven arts culture while partnering with the broader Arts+Media department and Conservatory for the Arts program.

Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ

• Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity

• Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work

• Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service

• Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions

Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor’s Christian Community

• Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document

• Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment

• Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission

• Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work

Possess a Commitment to Instructional Excellence in Arts & Media 

• Integrate Biblical truth and Christian worldview authentically into artistic practice, helping students understand how faith shapes creativity, storytelling, cultural influence, and aesthetic purpose

• Use innovative instructional techniques such as project-based learning, studio critique, rehearsal processes, collaborative production workflows, technology-enhanced creation, and performance-based assessment to cultivate imagination, technical proficiency, and critical thinking

• Engage with a variety of curricula and levels, including introductory, conservatory, honors, dual-credit, and AP courses (where applicable), with a commitment to helping students achieve artistic excellence and personal growth

• Collaborate closely within the Arts & Media faculty team to develop coherent scope and sequences, cross-disciplinary projects (e.g., film + acting, design + journalism, music + production), and consistent assessments that reflect both craft and rigor

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver dynamic, high-quality instruction in foundational and advanced theater courses, including acting, performance, stagecraft, and theatrical production

• Develop students’ skills in character development, script analysis, audition preparation, ensemble collaboration, and stage presence

• Instruct students in a variety of acting methodologies and performance techniques

• Lead students in blocking, staging, choreography collaboration, pacing, and overall production storytelling

• Collaborate with music directors, choreographers, technical theater staff, and arts faculty to create high-quality theatrical productions

• May assist in overseeing aspects of theatrical production, including rehearsals, casting, scheduling, backstage operations, and performance execution

• Foster a classroom and rehearsal culture that promotes creativity, professionalism, collaboration, discipline, and artistic excellence

• Mentor students in performance preparation for festivals, competitions, showcases, and collegiate auditions when applicable

• Integrate industry-relevant practices and contemporary theater trends into instruction and production work