| Assistant Technical Director and Production Technology Teacher - (Part-time) The mission of the Holton-Arms School is to cultivate the unique potential of young women through the "education not only of the mind, but of the soul and spirit." ? Founded in 1901 by two visionary women, Holton-Arms continues to cultivate a diverse, inclusive and equitable school community, to tend to the health and wellbeing of its members, and to build a global curriculum that responds to the learners in our classrooms and the world around us. In this vibrant community committed to academic excellence, our students are scholars, artists, and athletes who find their voices, take risks, learn from mistakes, pursue opportunities for leadership, and build lifelong friendships. Caring, dedicated faculty and staff inspire our 665 girls and young women in grades 3-12 to realize the School's motto, "I will find a way or make one." We seek applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, talents, and interests who share a dedication and commitment to helping girls learn, grow and make their way in the world. DESCRIPTION AND DETAILS Holton-Arms School for girls seeks a Part-time Assistant Technical Director and Production Technology Teacher (ATD) to aid in executing the technical aspects of the school's productions, concerts, and programming. Working closely with the school's Technical Director/Theater Manager, the Part-time ATD will assist in creating scenery, lighting, sound, projections, and/or costumes for the Upper School Fall Play or Musical, the Upper School Winter Play and the Middle School Spring Play or Musical, and will serve as technical director for the Middle School Fall production. The Part-time ATD will also assist in the set-up, running, and strike of the school's various concerts and events including Instrumental Concerts, Coffeehouse, PUNCH (a student-run fashion show), and other school events as needed throughout the school year as well as assisting in the general upkeep of the school's theater facilities including the 400 seat Lewis Theater, Beebe Black Box Theater, Amphitheater, Scene Shop, and Costume Shop. In addition, this person teaches one tech theater class to Middle School students. The Production Technology class meets year-round for two periods in a 6-day cycle. It is an elective class where students learn the basic skills, tools, and techniques for creating scenery, properties, lighting, sound, and costumes. It is expected that students learn the safety standards and practices utilized within a working theater and scene shop as well as studying theatre vocabulary, backstage procedures and theater etiquette. Students should also be exposed to the collaborative creative process and have opportunities to use their new skills to create actual elements for use in Middle and Upper School drama productions, musical concerts, and dance performances. Focus of study: Trimester 1 - Set construction and paint; Trimester 2 -Lighting and sound; Trimester 3- Costume and video production. To apply, cover letter and resume may be sent to: Holton-Arms School ATTN: HR/Part-time Tech Director 7303 River Road Bethesda, MD 20817 recruitment@holton-arms.edu Fax: 301-767-2710 |
