Musical Pit Director – 2% supplemental contract
Job ID: 11506
The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Choose student instrumentalists to play in the pit, teach the students in the pit, and conduct the pit during rehearsals and performances with the cast and crew.
- Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully.
Physical Requirements of Position
(HBV? Yes? No)
- Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
- Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
- Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
- Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
- Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.
Work Environment
- Noise level is quiet to loud.
- Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
- Work may be in non-air‑conditioned rooms.
- Substance‑free environment.
- Fast‑paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
- Direct responsibility for the safety, well‑being, and work output of student.
Special Qualifications Desired
- Experience working with high school musicians.
- Degree in music education preferred.
- Successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches their full potential.