Middle School - Musical Director - 2026/2027

Sylvania; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 58,181 - 69,689; Part time

Job summary

DEERFIELD 109 is seeking a Seasonal-Middle School Musical Director for Shepard Middle School. You will lead rehearsals, coach students ages 11 to 14, and collaborate with staff to stage a high-quality musical.

The position emphasizes inclusive participation, brings a stipend of $5,729, and requires a high school diploma. Work hours are seasonal and to be determined with the Building Principal. You will foster teamwork, confidence, and a love of performing arts in a supportive school setting.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma.
• Ability to positively interact with staff and students (ages 11–14).

Responsibilities

• Create an engaging and inclusive middle school musical theater experience.
• Collaborate with the Building Principal to schedule seasonal activities and stipend details.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma

Job description

The Role of the Middle School Musical Director Supervisorin Deerfield 109

DEERFIELD 109 - MISSION STATEMENT

Provide the highest quality educational experiences that engage, inspire and empower each student to excel and contribute in a changing world.

DEERFIELD 109 - VISION STATEMENT

District 109 students will excel and contribute when they have the knowledge and skills to be:

• Lifelong learners
• Critical and creative thinkers
• Effective communicators
• Collaborative workers
• Self-directed learners
• Respectful and responsible members of society

GENERAL INFORMATION

Title: Seasonal-Middle School Musical Director

Department: N/A

Licensure: N/A

Endorsement: N/A

Classification: Classified

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Building Principal or Designee

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Rate of Pay: $5729 Stipend

Work Hours: Seasonal and to be determined in collaboration with the Building Principal

Prior Experience: High School diploma and the ability to positively interact with staff and students between the ages of 11 and 14

Placement: ShepardMiddleSchool

JOB GOALS

To create an engaging and inclusive musical theater experience that nurtures students' artistic talents, builds self-confidence, promotes teamwork, and cultivates a lifelong appreciation for the performing arts.

The mental demands, physical demands, and work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow an employee with disabilities to perform the essential functions.