Director of Fine and Performing Arts (5011)

Job Description

The Westborough Public Schools is seeking a dynamic

Director of Fine and Performing Arts (K-12)

to join our District Administrative TeamBeginning in the 2026-2027 School Year

(School year+ position)

The Westborough Public Schools seek professionals who are excited to join a high-performing district where academic excellence, equity and wellness are our core values.

• We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose stellar staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families.
  
• We educate approximately 4,000 students from Pre-K through age 22, from homes that speak almost 30 different languages. Our student population is approximately 54% Students of Color and 46% White students.
  
• We support our passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled staff through ongoing collaboration to ensure their safety, health, sense of belonging, and professional growth.

With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful global citizens.

Job Title: Director of Fine and Performing Arts
Reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Department: Fine and Performing Arts, Grades K-12

Work Year: 204 days (184 Unit A required days + 20 additional work days)

* Many night obligations for performances and events, which are offset by flexible scheduling

Start Date: August 3, 2026 - Last day of school + 5 additional work days, year one

Following years: two weeks prior to Unit A + 10 additional work days Compensation: $125,000-$135,000

FLSA Status: Exempt, non-union

Hiring Timeline: Posting closes: 5pm June 24th

Applicants for 1st round interviews notified June 25th

First round interviews: Monday, June 29th

Final interviews: Monday, July 6th

Job Goal: The Director of Fine and Performing Arts oversees all Fine Arts and Performing Arts staff and programming within the Westborough Public Schools. Essential functions include the educational development and delivery curriculum as well as the supervision and evaluation of the teaching staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Master's degree from an accredited college/university in a related field
  
• Professional Certification:DESE license: Supervisor/Director-Core (Arts)
  
• Teaching Experience: At least 5 years art or music teaching experience
  
• Administrative Experience: At least 3 years administrative experience strongly preferred
  
• CORI, SORI and Fingerprinting: All appointments are conditional based on satisfactory CORI, SORI and SAFIS background checks per 603 CMR 51.00

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Strong instructional leadership skills
  
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
  
• Commitment to ensuring and upholding academic success for all students through high expectations
  
• Commitment to supporting a diverse populations of students, establishing strong relationships with staff and caregivers, and ensuring equity in educational opportunities and outcomes
  
• Ability to develop and implement culturally sustaining programs that promote student, family and community engagement as well as an inclusive school climate
  
• Ability to attend night time District performances

CENTRAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Plan, implement and evaluate all Fine and Performing Arts curriculum
  
• Develop and execute a plan of yearly program objectives
  
• Manage and evaluate Fine and Performing Arts course and program offerings
  
• With school principals, facilitate the recruitment, selection and hiring of all Fine and Performing Arts staff
  
• Supervise and evaluate all Fine and Performing Arts staff
  
• Lead department meetings and activities, which build and maintain a culture of professional collaboration
  
• Plan and provide professional development for the faculty
  
• In collaboration with principals and/or assistant principals, assign staffing and teaching responsibilities
  
• Prepare and administer the Fine and Performing Arts program budget and, as required and requested, generate departmental budgetary reports
  
• Approve and maintain district calendar of school-related performances and exhibitions
  
• Manage building permits for outside organizations utilizing performance spaces
  
• Meet with staff to coordinate and arrange student placements, teacher assignments, and student and teacher schedules
  
• Oversee hiring and supervision of stipend-related staff positions within the Fine & Performing Arts Department
  
• With the department staff, manage the selection, purchase and distribution of departmental supplies and equipment
  
• Maintain effective communication and public relations regarding the Fine and Performing Arts programs within the school community and between the school system and the town of Westborough
  
• Keep abreast of innovative Fine and Performing Arts teaching techniques, programs, and research through participation in professional organizations and activities
  
• Monitor equipment maintenance and safety issues in Fine and Performing Arts classrooms and venues
  
• Attend and support departmental activities, including events and performances which occur during the evenings and on weekends
  
• All other duties as assigned by the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises and evaluates all District Fine and Performing Arts staff members.

Compensation:

Salary is commensurate with experience and as determined by the Superintendent of Schools.

The Westborough Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law

Date Updated: 6/10/2026