Employment at JCHS

We welcome inquiries from all educators who are deeply committed to contributing their unique perspectives to the inclusive, challenging, and nurturing environment here at JCHS.

JCHS provides a competitive salary, TIAA retirement benefits, comprehensive health and vision plans, life insurance, free on-campus off-street parking, free lunch served daily in our student commons, and a collegial environment.

As a school dedicated to creating a pluralistic community, JCHS employment decisions are made on the basis of an individual’s skills and qualifications and we will not discriminate on the ground of sex, sexual orientation or preference, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, creed, immigration or citizenship status, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, medical condition including genetic characteristics, mental and physical disability (actual or perceived), military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation in the hiring, retention, or promotion of employees; nor in determining their rank, or the compensation or fringe benefits paid them.

For information regarding future openings please email your contact information to jobs@jchsofthebay.org.

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The Jewish Community High School of the Bay needs an amazing Theatre Director like you to produce and direct our show slated for May 18-20, 2025.  The Theater Director is supported by the Technical Director, Operations Manager, and Musical Director.  The role of the Theater Director is to oversee and manage this team through the winter through the show dates

As an JCHS Interim Theatre Director you will be expected to:

  1. Produce the school’s spring production: Select a show (a drama or comedy, non-musical) in partnership with the school administration. Manage the creative team, which includes a staff Technical Director and Operations Manager, and determine/delegate tasks unique to each production. Create a production calendar with clear deadlines and meeting dates. Work with the operations manager and marketing department to develop a strategy for audience development and production.
  2. Direct the school’s spring production: Lead the student artists, whom you cast toward a production that displays their talents, reflects their perspective, and broadens their understanding. Develop a rehearsal schedule which respects the student’s mental health and academic needs. Mentor the student stage managers and other students on the creative leadership team. Create a vision for each show and see it through. Make fun and important theater!

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Extensive experience in creative theatrical education, direction, and production
  • A Bachelor’s and/or Masters degree in acting, directing, theater education or commensurate experience.
  • A proven track record as an arts educator.
  • Flexible schedule that can cover day and some evening events.
  • Experience working with middle, high school or college aged students in the Theater Arts. 
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal, team, and leadership skills; professionalism and flexibility in working with diverse constituent groups; 
  • Patience, flexibility and a good sense of humor.
  • The ability to perform the essential functions of the position as per the job description. 

As a pluralistic Jewish high school, JCHS students represent the diversity of Jewish practice and identity in the Bay Area. Faculty commitment to the mission of the school is essential, but religious affiliation is not a factor in hiring. We believe our students learn best from a diverse faculty and extended professional community and welcome people of any race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation and marital status to come work with our students.

If this sounds like a community of learners you would like to join, email a cover letter and resume as one PDF document to:  jobs@jchsofthebay.org