Music Assistant - Orchestra

Edmond Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 20,099 - 22,730; Full time

Job summary

Edmond Public Schools is seeking a Music Assistant - Orchestra at North High School. The role involves instructional support during orchestra class, tuning instruments, moving equipment, and assisting with rehearsals, concerts, and related activities.

Requirements include a high school diploma (GED acceptable), at least two years of college, and expertise with string instruments and instrument scoring. The position is a 175-day temporary contract with 7 hours per day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years of college; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Instrumental music – string instrument specialist.
• Knowledge of scoring instruments is critical.

Responsibilities

• Instructional work during orchestra class time.
• Tuning and minor instrument repair.
• Move equipment (chairs, stands, etc.).
• Assist with paperwork and open house activities.
• Help with contests, concerts, and rehearsals.
• Inventory equipment and support orchestra events.

Skills

Instrument tuning

Orchestra rehearsals

Clerical tasks

Student support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of college

String instrument specialist

Knowledge of scoring instruments

Job description

• Position Type: Student Assistance/ Music Assistant
• Date Posted: 7/22/2026
• Location: NORTH HIGH SCHOOL
• Date Available: 08/12/2026
• Closing Date: ASAP

175 day Temporary/Duration of Need Contract

7 hours per day

Grade 20: $14.59-$16.50 an hour

Application Procedure: Apply online

Title: Music Assistant - Orchestra

Department: Music Department

Immediate Supervisor: Orchestra Director

Job Goal

The Orchestra Assistant is responsible for instructional assistance at the designated Middle School/High School. This includes: tuning instruments, photocopy assistance, moving equipment, conducting rehearsals, individual help for students, assistance with all fund-raising activities, assistance with all contests and concerts, general "errand" running and help with the orchestra council activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Instructional work during orchestra class time.
2. Assistance with paperwork.
3. Tuning and minor instrument repair.
4. Equipment moving (chairs, stands, etc.).
5. Errand running and really "odd jobs".
6. Early rehearsals – Orchestra 7:00 a.m.
7. Sectional rehearsals – for orchestra contests, solo/ensemble contests, and auditions for NCHO and ALL-OMEA.
8. Booster Club meetings (2nd Thursday of every month).
9. String Staff meetings – every Monday.
10. Numerous meetings during the school year; Open House; Auditions;Early rehersals; Music festivals; Contests; etc.
11. Inventory equipment.
12. Other duties may be assigned.

Length of Contract

One hundred seventy-five (175) contract days.

Salary commensurate with experience on the negotiated agreement of the SupportEmployees of Edmond (SEE).

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the OrchestraDirector in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policies, state law, and thenegotiated agreement with the Support Employees of Edmond (SEE).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• At least two years of college. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Instrumental music – string instrument specialist.
• Knowledge of scoring instruments is critical.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, staff, parents, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to plan budgets and use the mathematical skills required to do so. Maintain accurate records and support documentation for projects under the supervision of the position.

REASONING SKILLS

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to use computer and computer related programs and other technologies needed to perform essential job functions. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community. Ability to organize and chair or facilitate committees and meetings. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Student teaching or a similar teaching experience would be helpful. Experience needed in working with middle and high school students in a school setting. Must be able to tune and do minor repairs on string instruments, conduct section rehearsals, supervise students in a non-rehearsal setting, do some clerical work, must be fair-minded and encouraging to the students.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.