Kingswood Oxford seeks a passionate, innovative, and collaborative individual to join our school community. The ideal candidate will bring a service-oriented mindset, prioritize the well-being of students and the broader community, and demonstrate adaptability, responsiveness, and strong time management skills.

The Technical Director is a student-facing role responsible for instructing students in stagecraft and leading our student stage crew. This individual oversees the technical operations of our performance spaces, including Roberts Theater, and serves as the primary resource for lighting, sound, projection, videotaping, and live streaming.

The Technical Director provides technical support for community events such as assemblies, guest speakers, events, and facility rentals. The successful candidate will have deep expertise in technical direction, including lighting, audio, microphones, rigging, and all aspects of set design and construction.

Prospective teaching candidates for the Kingswood Oxford faculty embody the following standards of excellence that demonstrate a commitment to our community:

• Fosters a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for students
• Embraces KO’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Creates a culture of learning
• Maintains professional credentials
• Engages authentically in KO’s faculty growth program

Responsibilities:

• Operate technical aspects of the annual performing arts season, including concerts, musicals, plays, and dance showcases. This includes the design, construction, and deconstruction of sets, lighting, and sound in alignment with the department’s vision.
  
  
• Operate and manage lighting, sound, and projection equipment for school events.
  
  
• Teach two courses in technical theater: Stagecraft and Advanced Stagecraft.
  
  
• Provide hands-on instruction and mentorship to students involved in our co-curricular technical theater program. Our co-curricular program coincides with our performing arts season.
  
  
• Serve as a technical liaison for theater rentals, working with the Director of Auxiliary Services, Director of Facilities, and the Chair of Performing Arts to schedule and budget events.
  
  
• Act as a member of the school’s calendar committee to coordinate and balance campus events, rentals, and performing arts programming throughout the year.
  
  
• Record, edit, and archive all school performances and events using the school’s Google Drive system.
  
  
• Partner with the Director of Facilities and Director of Finance & Operations to implement routine and preventative maintenance of all theater spaces and equipment.
  
  
• Maintain technical systems and equipment, ensure adherence to safety protocols, and assist in managing the technical production budget.

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Located in West Hartford, Connecticut, Kingswood Oxford is a coeducational, independent day school for motivated students in grades 6-12.  KO actively seeks to attract and welcome a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff, including differences in race, color, religion, nationality or ethnic origin, gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation.  At KO, we believe that a diversity of ideas and perspectives enriches our community and improves our understanding.  We continually work to increase equity and access within our learning community and seek candidates who are similarly committed to this work. If you would like to join us in this work, we welcome your application.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to jobopenings@kingswoodoxford.org. Please feel free to include a portfolio or images/video of recent productions or work.

About Kingswood Oxford School

Mission Kingswood Oxford inspires students to excel and to lead lives of integrity and involvement by nourishing their talents in a community of teachers, friends, and families. Core Values Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and respect Learn with passion and perseverance Embrace intellectual curiosity Care beyond self Take personal responsibility Work hard, take risks, become involved Motto Vincit Qui Se Vincit - “One Conquers By Conquering Oneself” Strategic Vision Statement Kingswood Oxford is a transformative day school that engages students in real-world and interdisciplinary learning opportunities by expanding the classroom beyond our campus and partnering with people and institutions in the Greater Hartford area. Our signature educational approach develops compassionate collaborators, ethical problem solvers, and active citizens who lead and serve in the wider community. Located in West Hartford, Connecticut, Kingswood Oxford is a coeducational, independent day school for motivated students in grades 6-12. KO actively seeks to attract and welcome a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff, including differences in race, color, religion, national...ity or ethnic origin, gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation. At KO we believe that a diversity of ideas and perspectives enriches our community and improves our understanding. We continually work to increase equity and access within our learning community and seek candidates who are similarly committed to this work. If you would like to join us in this work, we welcome your application. More information can be found at https://www.kingswoodoxford.org/ To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to jobopenings@kingswoodoxford.org. Kingswood Oxford School provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, political belief or activity, status as a veteran, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. A quick note about COVID and the 24-25 school year. Kingswood Oxford has worked hard to establish and maintain health and safety protocols that allow students to learn in person. Courses are taught on campus and a COVID-19 vaccine mandate (with certain exemptions) is in effect for both students and staff.

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