Director of Musical Theatre & Acting (Mockingbird)

We are looking to appoint a passionate, self-motivated and exceptional Director of Musical Theatre and Acting to join Mockingbird Performing Arts Academy. This is a great opportunity to be part of a flourishing and growing Academy and join our successful and friendly team.

You will be responsible for planning, preparing and leading outstanding Musical Theatre and Acting sessions, monitoring and evaluating student achievement and contributing to the accomplishment of the Academy’s vision.  

About you

Candidates should have a passion for the Performing Arts and the ability to teach, deliver and lead on the Musical Theatre and Acting programme. Primary responsibilities are to teach sessions, direct mainstage productions, organise LAMDA examinations, help choreograph for BSME Dance competitions and other projects determined by the Mockingbird Director

They should be an experienced arts professional with a background in Musical Theatre, teaching and/or working with young people, and a desire to teach in a progressive, student-centred and innovative way. They should be able to demonstrate a track record of flexibility, collegiality, and student success. 

We are based in a British international school and all of our lessons are taught in English. A high standard of written and spoken English is therefore essential.

About us

Doha College is a high-profile, leading not-for-profit, British International School for children aged 3–18. Its vision is to enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning, and create aspirational minds, whilst offering a well-balanced, all-embracing curriculum that follows the English National Curriculum. It was the first High Performance Learning accredited school in the world and has consistently outstanding educational achievements and excellent examination results at all stages. 

Mockingbird is one of the largest Performing Arts Academies in Qatar, home to over 200 students who take part in an ongoing programme of weekly sessions, community projects, full scale productions, LAMDA examinations and Theatre Masterclasses. Since 2020, we have been based at the new state-of-the-art Doha College Al Wajba facility, where we enjoy some of the country’s best Performing Arts Facilities. 

We provide an environment of playful creativity, where young people can gain confidence and express themselves. We are committed to nurturing the talent and authenticity of all our students, fostering collaboration as well as individualism in a supportive and challenging training environment. Mockingbird has high quality drama studios, an auditorium and access to Performing Arts venues across Qatar. Our students have performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, National Museum and National Theatre in Qatar at the Poppy Ball, Shakespeare Festival and BSME Dance Competition.

Qatar

A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication means that Qatar is a country like no other, and its capital, Doha, is a city that has something for everyone. Performances, museums and galleries make for a captivating cultural scene; city hotspots such as the busy markets and the waterfront promenade are a great way to spend a day; there is a lively night-life that means that there is plenty to do when the sun goes down; the Pearl Qatar offers luxury and elegance; there are some breath-taking areas of natural beauty, and lovers of sport and adventure can enjoy numerous clubs and activities. Whether you will be looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.

To find out more, please visit: www.dohacollege.com/discover/careers

Closing date: 14 March 2024.

We reserve the right to close a position once we have received sufficient applications to form a shortlist. Early application is therefore encouraged.

All applicants who are invited to an interview will be required to provide the following evidence of identity, address and qualifications as set out below, prior to the interview.

• A copy of passport
• A copy of birth certificate
• One document which must verify the applicant's current address
• Copies of educational and professional qualifications referred to in the application form
• Reference from the current employer (please note we will contact the referees directly)

Doha College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal records check.

Teaching staff will also be subject to a Barred List and Prohibition from Teaching Check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here.

As an equal opportunities employer, Doha College is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society and leads to a cognitive diversity that promotes excellence in all areas.