Performing Arts Director: Choir, Concert & Drama

GRAHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; St. Paris (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham Local School District invites applications for an ES Choir Director at Graham Elementary School in Saint Paris, Ohio. The role directs a performing arts program, including choir, and works under the Principal to plan and oversee productions, schedules, and budget development.

The ideal candidate has production-related training or experience, meets health screening requirements, and demonstrates strong collaboration with staff, students, and families to foster a high-quality program.

Qualifications

• Production skills substantiated by training and/or work experience.
• Meets all mandated health screening requirements.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Embodies high ethical standards and integrity; accepts responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies, and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Ability to establish working relationships with co-workers and function as part of a cohesive team.
• Commitment to keep current with work skills essential to the objectives of the position.
• Supplemental contracts are offered to licensed staff with appropriate training, knowledge, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates student interest/commitment.
• Recommends programming options.
• Develops a purpose statement and budget for administrative approval.
• Requisitions program supplies/equipment.
• Develops a program schedule and outline of activities.
• Coordinates activities with the school calendar.
• Consults with staff to ensure that shared resources/facilities are used effectively.
• Conducts a risk assessment.
• Implements safety precautions.
• Responds to emergencies.
• Advances the district’s professional image.
• Maintains open/effective communications.
• Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address and resolve questions/concerns.
• Refers district policy interpretation inquiries to administrators.
• Plans/directs program activities.
• Keeps the administration informed about emerging issues.
• Monitors compliance with all licensing agreements.
• Publicizes program information.
• Encourages active student participation.
• Organizes auditions.
• Maintains the integrity of the selection process.
• Helps parents/students understand program objectives and performance standards.
• Works with students to improve individual and group skills.
• Provides support, guidance, and accountability to help students benefit from program participation.
• Assists students seeking additional knowledge and/or advanced skills.
• Directs parents to supplemental resources within the district and community.
• Promotes collaboration and facilitates student involvement in community service projects.
• Facilitates participation in board-approved local, regional, and/or national competitions.
• Checks program posters, correspondence, newsletters, news releases, etc., prior to public release.
• Arranges student transportation for sanctioned activities.
• Supervises participants during trips.
• Promotes respect for program participants. Plans and attends recognition ceremonies/events.
• Verifies that participants have fulfilled all requirements for awards and recognition certificates.
• Provides opportunities for students to critique program activities.
• Implements improvements.
• Checks program equipment.
• Makes minor repairs.
• Ensures that equipment is operational and available when needed.
• Keeps track of school equipment assigned to students.
• Works with the administration to schedule repairs by outside vendors.
• Evaluates the relevance of new technology.
• Recommends program purchases.
• Prepares inventories as directed.
• Implements rules/procedures that promote the correct use and care of program resources.
• Properly stores all materials.
• Works with staff/students to address equipment safety/security.
• Maintains an up-to-date equipment inventory.
• Requests permission and follows board-approved procedures for the disposal of fixed assets.
• Prepares/maintains accurate records.
• Submits required paperwork on time.
• Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Upholds the student conduct code.
• Implements effective pupil management procedures.
• Provides appropriate student supervision.
• Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, E-mail, written notes, meetings, etc.).
• Takes precautions to ensure safety.
• Watches for conduct/situations that may indicate a problem.
• Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.
• Represents the music department at meetings outside the district as directed.
• Pursues educational opportunities to enhance professional performance.
• Supports workplace initiatives that enhance personal productivity and advance district goals.
• Maintains a professional appearance.
• Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Skills

Production skills

Health screening compliance

Criminal background clean

Ethical standards & integrity

Drug-free workplace compliance

Team collaboration

Commitment to ongoing professional发展

Job description

Graham Local School District invites applications for an ES Choir Director at Graham Elementary School in Saint Paris, Ohio. The role directs a performing arts program, including choir, and works under the Principal to plan and oversee productions, schedules, and budget development.

The ideal candidate has production-related training or experience, meets health screening requirements, and demonstrates strong collaboration with staff, students, and families to foster a high-quality program.