Long-Term Substitute Lower School Drama Teacher
Who You Are
The Episcopal Academy seeks a warm, creative, and collaborative educator to serve as a long-term substitute drama teacher in our Lower School from January 2027 - June 2027. The ideal candidate enjoys working with young children and uses theater to encourage imagination, build confidence, and develop communication and collaboration skills. This teacher will provide engaging drama instruction and direct the third grade play and the fifth grade musical production.
What You Will Do
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Teach developmentally appropriate drama lessons that introduce students to storytelling, creative movement, improvisation, and foundational acting skills.
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Continue the established drama curriculum, adapting instruction to meet students’ needs, interests, and experience levels.
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Direct and coordinate productions, including organizing rehearsals, guiding student performances, and preparing students for the stage.
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Collaborate with colleagues and appropriate school staff to coordinate production needs, including costumes, props, scenery, and technical support.
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Create a supportive, inclusive classroom and rehearsal environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves and taking creative risks.
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Establish clear routines and expectations that support student safety, participation, and positive behavior.
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Communicate rehearsal schedules, performance details, and student needs with colleagues and families as appropriate.
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Participate in relevant faculty meetings and fulfill assigned Lower School responsibilities during the substitute assignment.
About You
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
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A bachelor’s degree in theater, theater education, elementary education, or a related field.
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Experience teaching or leading drama activities with elementary-aged children.
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Experience directing children’s theater or coordinating student performances.
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An understanding of child development and the ability to engage students with a range of learning needs and comfort levels with performance.
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Strong classroom management, organization, and communication skills.
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Flexibility, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and families.
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A commitment to creating a school environment where every student feels valued and included.
About Us
Located 16 miles outside of Philadelphia, The Episcopal Academy offers competitive salary and benefits; employer retirement plan match; generous paid time off; excellent work/life balance; access to ongoing professional development; complimentary lunch during the school year; and use of campus facilities, including library and fitness center.
At Episcopal Academy, we believe that challenging and nurturing our students begins with supporting our people. When you join our community, you are not simply accepting a job; you are stepping into a place that champions your growth, values your well-being, and celebrates your individuality. If you’re seeking a meaningful career where you can learn, collaborate, and inspire students, we would love to meet you!
Grow: We invest in your professional development and encourage lifelong learning, supported by personalized programming through our Center for Teaching and Learning and an innovative curriculum.
Belong: Experience a supportive, inclusive workplace grounded in our core values, The Stripes.
Impact: Your work, whether teaching in the classroom or in supporting roles, directly contributes to shaping students’ lives and experiences.
Inspire: Come to work each day on our beautiful state-of- the art campus, surrounded by colleagues committed to excellence and driven by purpose.
Position start date: January 2027
Application deadline: Until filled
Since opening in 1785, The Episcopal Academy has dedicated itself to educating the whole student: mind, body, and spirit. That simple, yet powerful approach has resulted in The Episcopal Academy being widely recognized as one of the finest independent schools in the nation, graduating students exceedingly well prepared for their next steps in life.
Episcopal's 1,200 students—from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade—learn in an atmosphere that is both challenging and supportive, buoyed by a strong community of students, caring teachers and coaches, and unparalleled classroom and campus resources. Episcopal's teachers seek to inspire students to delve into our dynamic curriculum and to emerge as lifelong learners motivated to pursue their passion and to contribute as members of our global community. Episcopal's excellence in academics is matched by our success in athletics, our vibrant arts programs, and a wide range of engaging extracurricular programs that can match any student's interests and talents.
Episcopal's breadth of program and talented faculty allow students with a wide range of interests and talents to thrive. Our welcoming community makes Episcopal a place the whole family can feel connected. Visit our campus to see for yourself what makes Episcopal such a dynamic place to learn and grow.
Dr. T.J. Locke, Hon.
Greville Haslam Head of School