Position Title: Spring Musical - Assistant Music Director
Location: Upper Darby High School
Status: $1200.00
Work Period: 12/1/25 to 3/22/26
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
The Spring Musical Assistant Music Director will work with the music director to teach music parts and vocal stylings to the
cast and supervise younger cast members during the production.
- Experience working with elementary through high school aged students in a theatrical setting
- Strong ability and willingness to teach and mentor high school aged students who are interested in theatrical production
- Experience with a variety of musical styles including classic/traditional musical theatre
- Strong skills in rhythm and musicality
- Knowledgeable in theatrical and music terminology and methodologies
- Strong experience with proper vocal technique and health
- Ability to run warmups
- Ability to work with the Music Director to teach music and vocal styles that reflect the style and concept of the production
- Ability to run rehearsals and breakout rehearsals without the Music Director present
- Must be able to play the piano
- Rehearsal Schedule to be discussed with Music Director and Production Manager
- Must be available for designer run technical rehearsals and performances outside of rehearsal schedule
- Must be able to meet physical demands of the position
- Including but not limited to moving rehearsal audio equipment
Our Mission:
It is the mission of the Upper Darby School District to provide a comprehensive educational program that develops all learners into critical thinkers with effective communication skills empowering them to adapt to an ever-changing world. Our students will demonstrate integrity and confidence while cultivating a learners mindset in pursuit of personal excellence and service to others.
Our Belief Statements:
- Upper Darby School Districts academic programs are based on the following beliefs:
We believe:
- All individuals are capable of learning.
- Individuals learn in different ways and at different rates.
- Individuals have the right to be treated with respect and dignity.
- Students are unique individuals with varied talents and skills.
- Successful learning experiences build self-esteem.
- Learning is most effective in a caring environment where high standards of social interaction are maintained.
- Education should encourage individuals to acquire knowledge and attitudes necessary to live in a changing global society.
- Critical thinking problem solving and decision-making are essential life skills.
- Updates in technology necessitate continuous personal and organizational adjustment.
- Professional development of all staff is vital to meet the changing needs of students and to reflect current best practices.
- The educational program must meet the needs of all learners and be responsive to the needs and resources of the community.
- Cultural and ethnic diversity is a valued strength of our community.
- Society benefits when individual rights are balanced with the needs of the group as a whole.
- Quality public education directly benefits the entire community.
- Lifelong learning is essential for all individuals.
- Education is the responsibility of the entire community the school the family and most importantly the individual.
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