Theatre Teacher at Garden City High School - USD 457Garden City Public Schools USD 457 • www.gckschools.com Lead Theatre Teacher at Garden City High School - USD 457 for the start of the 2025-2026 school year. Join the Award-Winning Theater Department at Garden City High School! Garden City High School's Theater Department is recognized as one of the premier programs in Kansas, with a reputation for excellence at both the state and national levels. At Garden City Public Schools, we value the arts as a cornerstone of education and proudly support our students in their creative pursuits. What Sets Us Apart? GCHS Theatre inspires students to imagine, create, act, and discover their potential as artists. With a focus on discipline, pride, and respect for others, our program offers opportunities for growth as performers, technicians, and lifelong learners. Our achievements speak for themselves: National and State Accolades: Productions of Hamlet, Miss You Like Hell, and The Addams Family have earned acclaim at both state and national festivals. Nominated for over 50 Jester Awards through Music Theatre of Wichita, winning 25 awards. The Addams Family received 12 Theatre Kansas Award nominations, winning three, and earned six regional honors. Thespian Troupe Excellence: Thespian Troupe 2846 has been recognized as a Gold Troupe for twelve consecutive years, a testament to the program's sustained quality and student dedication. Why Garden City High School? At GCHS, you'll join a passionate team that nurtures creativity and celebrates student success. With cutting-edge resources and a supportive community, you'll have the tools and freedom to lead a thriving theater program. As the new Lead Theater Teacher, you'll be instrumental in guiding students to new heights of artistic achievement while building on a legacy of excellence. If you're ready to make an impact and inspire the next generation of performers and technicians, we invite you to join our exceptional theater team! Please visit us at www.gckschools.com to learn more about the position and to apply. Start Date: August 6, 2025 Benefits Information Garden City Public Schools offers a competitive benefits package with district-paid monthly premium for single high-deductible healthcare plan, generous leave, $7,500 toward tuition reimbursement, and longevity pay Salary Information Salary based on education and experience on salary schedule and ranges from $47,000-$82,828 Employer Information As the 9th largest district in Kansas and the largest community west of Hutchinson, Garden City offers a comprehensive educational program to a diverse student population in a vibrant setting. Here are but a few examples of the kind of professionals who work in Garden City: * Kansas Teacher of the Year Semi-Finalist * Kansas Technical Education Teacher of the Year * Kansas Horizon Award Winner (for first year teachers) * KAESP Area Principal of the Year * 28 State Championships * 6A State Wrestling Coach of the Year * Air Force Association Kansas Teacher of the Year * Georgia Matthews Elementary School has been selected as a National Title I Distinguished School from Kansas in Category 2 - Closing the Achievement Gap between Student Groups. Our students have experienced similar success: * GCHS Broadcasting program won 51 awards from the Kansas Association of Broadcasters. Our High School Culinary Program won the National Center for Hospitality Elite 50 award. GCHS was honored in 2012 as a Blue Ribbon School. The National Blue Ribbon Schools award honors where students perform at very high levels or where significant improvements are being made in students` level of achievement. * Garden City is home to the student who won the Kansas/Oklahoma Short-Term Rotary International Youth Exchange Program travel scholarship award. * Three GCHS students qualified to go to the Health Occupations Students of American (HOSA) national competition this summer in Florida. Kenneth Henderson Middle School won 2016 KAMSA Middle School of the the Year Award. GC Schools Has been selected to Receive Kansas Reading Roadmap Grant. Benefits for working in Garden City: * $1,000 signing bonus for new teachers. * A salary schedule in the top 25% in Kansas, base rate of $47,500. * Employer provided 403(b) retirement account. * The cost of a single health insurance premium is $35/month for a standard plan. * Garden City will pay for teachers to receive an ESL or special education endorsement. * Extra compensation for bilingual and special education teachers. * Employer paid Master`s Tuition Reimbursement of $7,500 for teachers first Master`s Degree in exchange for 5 years of service. In short, Garden City is an energetic, exciting professional place to work. You can learn more about the district at www.gckschools.com and the community at www.garden-city.org. Please contact us to learn how you can be a part of the continued success of Garden City Public Schools.
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