Set Director High School Musical

Set Director High School Musical
Harding High School, Marion, Ohio

Job Details
Job ID:

5608585

Application Deadline:

Jun 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Mar 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Description
Marion City Schools, Marion, Ohio – Position anticipated for 2026-2027 school year.

Position:

Set Director – High School Musical (Range VIII)

Time Schedule:

Fall

Salary:

Salary / Stipend

Reports to:

Principal

Employment Status:

Supplemental Contract

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Description:

To lead, promote, and facilitate students to achieve maximum potential in the activity by instilling ethical values, teamwork and a winning attitude. To organize and coordinate practices and meetings.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

An extensive knowledge and background of the activity that he/she is coaching

Ability to work effectively with others

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing

Effective, active listening skills

Organizational and problem solving skills

Knowledge of child development and an understanding of age appropriate tasks

Ability to work in a team environment

Interacts in a positive manner with staff, parents and students

Establish and maintain cooperative relationships

Essential Functions

Exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgment

Respond appropriately to crisis situations (i.e. emergencies, employee/parent concerns)

Ensure the safety of students

Set a good moral and ethical example for students, the student body, and community

Work cooperatively with the Boosters to better the music program

Follow board policies

Conduct oneself in an ethical manner during contests and practices

Set up practice schedules

Notify parents of students needing medical attention, refer for a physical and keep records of injury

Responsible for all equipment and inventory

Responsible for handing out, collecting, cleaning and storage of equipment

Set up itineraries and bus schedule for contests or performances

Be present at all practices and contests or have a designated coach in charge until all students have left the field or building

Cooperate with other coaches to develop a total music program

Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation

Maintain good attendance and punctuality

Work cooperatively with the teaching staff, administration and parents

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Set up scouting and schedules

Completely discuss procedures and responsibilities with all assistants

Assist in planning special events

Attend Student Open House

Make decisions on all music awards and conduct player voting for awards required

Inform all students of their rights and procedures if they are denied participation or dismissed from the squad

Keep abreast of new techniques and innovations by attending clinics and reading material

Be involved and attend Music Boosters meetings

Promote the program to the parents, community, and students

Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training of assistants

Assist in the collection of required student forms, pay-to-participate fees, etc.

Maintain appropriate licenses/endorsements and training hours as required

Adhere to all standards established by the Ohio Department of Education for Licensed Educators

Refer suspected cases of child abuse immediately to the appropriate child protective services/law enforcement agency as mandated by state law and Board of Education policy

Other duties as assigned by the Principal/Designee

Additional Working Conditions

After school and possible weekend work

Lift, carry, push, and pull various supplies and materials up to a maximum of 50 pounds

NOTE: The above lists are not ranked in order of importance.

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Marion City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Marion City Schools Board of Education that the best-qualified applicant shall be selected for each position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, political affiliation, disability or military status. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to participate in activities involved in the position or program for which application has been made.

Position Type: Part‑Time

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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