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Musical Pit Director - 2% supplemental contract

Davenport Community Schools · Davenport, IA, USA ·

Job type:
Contract

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.

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