Waynflete is an Indepedent Day School in Portland, Maine serving 550 students in grades PK-12. Waynflete's mission is to engage the imagination and intellect of our students, to guide them toward self-governance and self-knowledge, and to encourage their responsible and caring participation in the world. Our aim is to provide a program that combines security with challenge, playful exploration with rigorous expectation, and range of experience with depth of inquiry.

Waynflete seeks adjunct instructors for the Performing Arts Program to teach in the Middle and/or Upper Schools.  The goal of the 6-12 Performing Arts Courses is to introduce students to various aspects of theatre, music & movement.  Courses offered include: Improvisation, Stage Tech, Jazz Band, Steel Drums, Play Writing, Chorus, and A Capella.

Programs for which the school is now seeking candidates include: Dance, Film-making, and African Drumming.
 

Upper School Performing Arts classes run twice weekly in three 8-week terms, September-November, November-February, March-May.  Middle School classes run twice weekly from September–May.   Classes take place on Mondays and Thursdays (2:00 to 3:00 for Upper School, 10:55 to 11:45 for Middle School). Responsibilities include teaching 6-15 students, implementing specific curriculum, and recording student progress.

The ideal candidate would have significant experience teaching in the performing arts in a school setting, strong collaborative skills, flexibility, and sense of humor.

Waynflete School is committed to building a diverse community of families, faculty and staff.

Please click on the link below to apply and attach a cover letter addressed to Theater Director, James Carlisle, a resume, and three written references.  No phone calls, please.   Application materials will be reviewed immediately and the positions will remain open until filled.