Career Center

The Buckley School, Los Angeles’ oldest K-12 all-gender learning institution, has an opening for a part-time Technical Director and Stagecraft Teacher. This position is responsible for designing and building sets for several annual productions and supervision and implementation of all production elements (lighting, sound, set design and construction, etc.) of all performing arts productions. The Technical Director will teach one or more classes in Stagecraft and oversee repair and maintenance of the theater resources and equipment. Key to this is a strong work ethic centered on excellent organizational skills and the ability to develop and maintain positive, collaborative relationships and communications with all artistic parties as well as administrative staff, board members, and volunteers. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees all technical aspects of Performing and Visual Arts productions, including sets, lighting, sound, staging, and special needs. 
• Design and construct sets for all Performing and Visual arts productions in coordination with relevant department chairs.
• Supervise all aspects of audio/visual programming for Performing Arts performances, including hiring and managing outside vendors when necessary, and assisting with sound or lighting during productions and concerts.
• Oversee all technical and material assets of Theater and Scene Shop; coordinate maintenance and purchasing of necessary equipment and supplies. 
• With Lead Technology Integrationist and Director of Communications, coordinate recording of all Performing Arts performances. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of constituents including students, parents, colleagues, and guest artists.
• Teach a class in Stagecraft/Technical Theater to high school students. 
• Oversee Upper School Theater Club. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Performing Arts Department Chair. 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Possess the minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, graduate degree and/or teaching credential preferred.
• Possess 3-5 years classroom teaching experience of like courses, preferably within an independent school.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Models the highest standards of professionalism and creates warm, uplifting and trusting learning environments and working relationships marked by humor, positivity, humility, empathy, excellent emotional intelligence, extraordinary interpersonal skills, and collaboration.
• Demonstrates great individual integrity, initiative, self-awareness, commitment to personal and professional growth, and the ability to receive and apply feedback
• Possesses a passion for education, particularly in an independent school environment, conveyed by a solid understanding of educational practice and philosophy grounded in DEIJ
• Knowledge of and demonstrated competency in diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Relishes the joys and challenges of working with k-12 students and possesses a deep understanding of the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of children
• Demonstrates adaptability, dependability, good judgment, strong social skills and the abilities to read, assess, imagine, evaluate, calculate, & make wise decisions
• Significant experience implementing instructional programs
• Demonstrates strong communication skills in person, in writing, by phone and through other electronic means (such as Zoom).

KNOWLEDGE

• Current knowledge of all subject area content
• Knowledge of instructional methodologies to support discipline-specific and transdisciplinary learning, and the ability to learn and implement knew instructional practices over time
• Knowledge of and ability to implement useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures.
• Knowledge and effective use of instructional methods and learning materials
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Blackbaud/Education Edge, Zoom, and the ability to learn new and evolving technology.

COMPENSATION

The Buckley School is comprised of faculty who are brand new teachers to experts in their field with over 20 years of experience. The broad range which includes all experience levels is $54,614 - $118,039. As a school with a unionized faculty, compensation is determined in partnership with the union through the collective bargaining agreement. Faculty salaries are determined based on education, experience, part-time status, and number of months of work per school year.

The base salary does not include fringe benefits, such as retirement contributions, daily lunch, on-site parking, contributions to medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D plans, our generous time off policy, or potential stipends (for eligible employees). Our pay ranges are reasonable estimates of what the School anticipates paying for a role but are not guaranteed. If hired at The Buckley School, your actual base salary will be determined by your education, experience, and schedule.

 TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to jobs@buckley.org. In a cover letter/email please explain how you have included diversity, equity, and inclusion in your work with students or colleagues.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

The Buckley School, with 830 students, is one of the most respected independent schools in Los Angeles.  Buckley is known for its unique educational philosophy, the 4-Fold Plan of Education, which melds a whole-child approach with elements of structure, as well as for its warm and nurturing educational environment. 

The school’s curriculum balances academics, the arts, physical development and ethical education. Buckley’s creative, personalized approach to education emphasizes high academic standards for all students and includes traditional touches that develop the character and discipline that unlock students’ potential.

About The Buckley School

The Buckley School, a K-12 college preparatory school with 830 students, is one of the most respected independent schools in the Los Angeles. Buckley is known for its unique educational philosophy, the 4-Fold Plan of Education, which melds a whole-child approach with elements of structure, as well as for its warm, intimate educational environment. The school’s curriculum balances academics, the arts, physical development and moral education. Its creative, personalized approach to education emphasizes high academic standards for all students, and includes traditional touches that develop the character and discipline that unlock students’ full potential.

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