Spring Musical, Overall Director - Fhs

Job Details

Starting Date:To Be Determined

Job Description

Spring Musical Overall Director

2026 -2027 School Year

Franklin High School

DESCRIPTION

Spring Musical Overall Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

The High School Spring Musical Director provides visionary artistic leadership for the school’s annual musical production, with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and elevating the program to the highest standard of performance.

This role is responsible for the full scope of production, including auditions and casting, and directing all aspects of the performance. The director will design and lead a rigorous and purposeful rehearsal process, developing students’ skills in acting, storytelling, and stage presence while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and artistic growth.

In partnership with the FVPPA Supervisor, the director will identify, recommend, and collaborate with a high-quality production team, including, but not limited to, a music director, a choreographer, and technical staff. The director will ensure alignment across all creative and technical elements to produce a cohesive and high-caliber performance.

The director will maintain clear communication with students, families, and school personnel, manage rehearsal schedules and production timelines, and ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all participants.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: Substitute Certification, or other certificate alternatives as the Board may find acceptable.
• Ability to maintain a positive working environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to produce high-quality theatrical experiences
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Passion for student-centered arts education
• Committed to continuous program growth and to creating meaningful performance opportunities
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT & COMPENSATION

In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, this role is budgeted for a stipend of $5,135.76.

This is a temporary, seasonal assignment with a fixed stipend for the contracted period. This position does not include year-round employment, benefits, or guaranteed continued assignment beyond the designated contracted period. Stipend and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cesar Rainho , Supervisor of Fine, Visual, Performing, and Practical Arts
• Central Office
• Email: crainho@franklinboe.org