Middle & High School Drama Teacher at CIA FIRST International School in Phnom Penh

CIA FIRST International School, a leading US-curriculum international school in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is looking for a committed and creative Middle and High School Drama Teacher to join its Performing Arts department for the academic year 2027–2028.

Job Description

As a Drama and Theatre Studies teacher at CIA FIRST, you will design and deliver stimulating lessons that develop students’ creativity, confidence, and collaborative skills across middle and high school levels. Your work will span both practical performance and theoretical study, all aligned with the United States curriculum.

• Plan and teach engaging drama and theatre studies lessons to secondary-level students
• Guide students through performance projects, stagecraft, and theatre history
• Foster an inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages creative risk-taking and self-expression
• Organise and support school productions and performing arts events where appropriate
• Assess student progress and provide meaningful, constructive feedback
• Collaborate with fellow Performing Arts department staff to ensure curriculum coherence
• Communicate regularly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and school administration
• Where relevant, integrate technology into drama and performance activities to enrich the learning experience

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, Education, or a closely related field (minimum)
• At least two years of teaching experience in drama or theatre at secondary school level
• Strong grounding in drama techniques, performance skills, stagecraft, and theatre history
• Demonstrated ability to develop lesson plans that meet curriculum standards while keeping students genuinely engaged
• Effective classroom management skills and an ability to motivate diverse learners
• Experience incorporating technology into performing arts education is an advantage

Beyond qualifications, the school values educators who are passionate about inspiring young people through creative expression, open to cultural diversity, and committed to ongoing professional growth.

Benefits

CIA FIRST International School offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic, internationally minded community in Phnom Penh. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates during the recruitment process.

About the School

CIA FIRST International School is recognised as one of Cambodia’s leading international institutions, delivering a rigorous United States-based curriculum to a diverse student body. The school places a high priority on holistic education, fostering academic excellence alongside creativity, character, and global awareness — making it a rewarding environment for dedicated international teaching professionals.