District Musical Assistant

Adams County School District No. 1, Mapleton Public Schools,; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mapleton Public Schools in Colorado is seeking a District Musical Assistant for the Fall 2025 season in the Performing Arts Department. This role supports set design, construction oversight, and coordinating student tech crews to stage high school productions.

Candidates should have experience with theater design, a commitment to working with diverse learners, and a Colorado teaching license with a drama endorsement preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in theater set design.
• Experience in designing and overseeing construction of sets.
• Proficiency with design software and tools.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and materials.
• Experience working with high school students.
• Experience working with diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Reading scripts, researching historical and thematic elements, and developing initial sketches and detailed drawings of set designs.
• Collaborating with directors and key personnel to ensure a cohesive visual effect.
• Creating cost estimates for set construction.
• Purchasing set materials and supplies.
• Overseeing the building and assembly of sets with student tech crew.
• Training the student tech crew in safety protocols and operation of equipment.
• Scheduling tech work with the musical director and communicating it to all tech crew members.
• Attending musical rehearsals as needed.
• Supervising the tech crew during rehearsals and performances.
• Strike and load out sets at the end of matinees.
• Differentiating instruction to meet all learners' needs.
• Collaborating with colleagues to support the performing arts mission.
• Maintaining professional communication with students, community, and staff.
• Building a safe, inclusive, respectful environment.

Skills

Experience in theater set design

Experience in designing and overseeing

Experience working with high school

Diverse learners experience

Education

Colorado teaching license with drama endorsement preferred

Tools

Design software and tools

Job description

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. [phone], or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.

LICENSED VACANCY
*This is a seasonal position Fall 2025

POSITION: District Musical Assistant
LOCATION: Performing Arts Department
SALARY SCHEDULE RANGE: Co-Curricular Salary Schedule Category Eight $2,083 - $3,519
CALENDAR: Fall Season
REPORTS TO: Performing Arts Director

SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW:
Mapleton Public Schools is proud to offer a robust and award-winning Performing Arts program to all registered Mapleton students in grades 5-12. These programs include band, choir, and orchestra, with grades 7-12 participating in our Zero Hour program at either our Skyview Campus or the Mapleton Arts Center (MAC) on the Global Campus.

Fifth and sixth grade students are offered band, choir and orchestra as beginning classes in all of our K-6 and K-8 schools during the normal school day. In addition, extra-curricular after-school opportunities include Drama, Color Guard, Mariachi and Jazz Band. These programs emphasize the art of live performance.

To see more exciting information about the Performing Arts Department, please visit Performing Arts.

WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS:
In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Colorado teaching license with an appropriate drama and theatre arts endorsement preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in theater set design
• Experience in designing and overseeing the construction of sets
• Proficiency in design software and tools
• Knowledge of construction techniques and materials
• Experience working with high school students
• Experience working with diverse learners

EXPECTATIONS:

• Reading scripts, researching historical and thematic elements, and developing initial sketches and detailed drawings of set designs
• Working with directors and other key personnel to ensure a cohesive visual effect
• Creating cost estimates for set construction
• Purchasing of set materials and supplies
• Overseeing the building and assembly of sets with student tech crew
• Training the student tech crew in safety protocols and operation of equipment
• Sets the tech schedule with the musical director and communicates the schedule to all members of the tech crew
• Attend musical rehearsals, as needed
• Supervises the tech crew at rehearsals and musical performances
• Will need to strike and load out set at the end of the matinee
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Willingness and ability to collaborate with colleagues to carry out the mission of the performing arts department
• Maintains professional communication and interactions with students, community, and staff
• Utilize effective practices for community building, including rituals and traditions that build a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment
• Model, instill and actively participate in building a supportive and positive culture in the performing arts department
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrates knowledge of national, state, and local drama and theatre arts standards

METHOD OF APPLICATION:

• External applicants must complete a career application online through Frontline Recruiting & Hiring.
• Current Mapleton employees should create an account and submit their interest as an internal candidate through Frontline Recruiting & Hiring.

SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS