Job Description: 

Vasquez MS Theatre Director - Spring 2026


Position: MS Theatre Director Contact: Aaron Hawley, ECISD Fine Arts Director of Fine Arts

Academic Level: Middle School Address: 802 N. Sam Houston Odessa, TX 79761

ISD or School: Ector County ISD Phone: 432-456-8615

Salary: Starting at $61,000 (plus $2,000 Stipend) Fax:

ISD Website: http://www.ectorcountyisd.org Email: Michael.Hawley@ectorcountyisd.org

Posting Date: 04/08/2026


To apply, please send your resume to Dr. Hawley (Michael.Hawley@ectorcountyisd.org), and apply at the link provided. https://ectorcountyisd.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5533194

Ector County ISD is seeking an innovative and motivated Head Theatre Director to open a brand-new middle school campus for the 2026–2027 school year.

This is a rare opportunity to build a theatre program from the ground up in a state-of-the-art facility designed to support high-quality instruction and production. We are looking for a creative leader who is passionate about storytelling, student growth, and establishing a program that will define the culture of this campus for years to come.

Why This Position is Unique

· Open a brand-new campus with new facilities and equipment

· Dedicated black box theatre, scene shop, and auditorium

· Opportunity to design and shape performance spaces and program structure from day one

· Strong collaboration and support from an experienced Fine Arts department

· A district that values and invests in theatre education and production quality

This position is ideal for a director who:

· Builds strong foundational theatre skills in young performers and technicians

· Is passionate about both performance and technical theatre

· Values recruitment, inclusion, and program growth

· Thrives in a creative, collaborative environment

· Wants to establish traditions and a lasting program identity

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About ECISD Fine Arts

The ECISD Fine Arts Department is committed to providing every student access to meaningful creative experiences. Our programs continue to grow in participation, quality, and community impact.

Directors collaborate across campuses and disciplines, sharing ideas and supporting one another. Whether you are producing shows, building technical systems, or growing enrollment, you will be supported by both campus and district leadership.

Fine Arts is an essential part of a complete education in ECISD, and we are committed to continued investment in facilities, staffing, and program growth.

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About Odessa & the Midland–Odessa Area

Ector County ISD is located in Odessa, Texas, part of the vibrant Midland–Odessa metropolitan area (population ~330,000). West Texas offers:

· A strong and stable economy

· Affordable housing and lower cost of living compared to DFW and other major metro areas

· Short commutes and excellent work-life balance

· A supportive community that values its schools and student programs

The region is home to the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, which hosts national touring Broadway productions, concerts, and professional performances throughout the year.

Odessa provides the opportunity to grow professionally while building something meaningful in a supportive and expanding community.

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The Opportunity

If you are looking for:

· Creative freedom with strong support

· A chance to build instead of inherit

· Facilities that allow your program to thrive

· Collaboration across a growing Fine Arts department

· A district that values the arts

We invite you to consider ECISD.

Come build something special in West Texa

Contact Name for Job Inquiries: Dr. Hawley
Contact Email: Michael.Hawley@ectorcountyisd.org
Contact Phone: 432-456-8615