Musical Pit Director – 2% supplemental contract

Davenport Community Schools; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 1,500 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Davenport Community Schools West High School in Davenport, Iowa, is seeking a Musical Pit Director for a 2% supplemental contract. The role involves selecting pit musicians, teaching the pit ensemble, and conducting the pit during rehearsals and performances with the cast and crew.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with high school musicians and a degree in music education, along with strong interpersonal skills to engage a culturally diverse student body and support their growth.

Qualifications

• Experience working with high school musicians.
• Degree in music education preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build rapport with diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Select student instrumentalists to play in the pit and teach the pit ensemble.
• Conduct the pit during rehearsals and performances with the cast and crew.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality to ensure duties are performed effectively.

Skills

Experience with high school musicians

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in music education

Job description

Musical Pit Director 2% supplemental contract

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Job Details

Job ID: 4914187

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 09, 2025 1:10 PM (UTC)

Job Description

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Duties & Responsibilities:Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

This is a 2% supplemental contract

• The Pit Director will perform duties including but not limited to choosing student instrumentalists to play in the pit, teaching the students in the pit, and conducting 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 Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

• 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 his/her full potential.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager
• Career and Technical Education > Music
• Classroom Teacher > Music Education

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Contact Information

• Nicole Stroupe
• 1702 N. Main St
• Davenport, Iowa 52803
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]