What are the responsibilities and job description for the Performing Arts Showcase position at Illinois School District U-46?
- Implement researched-based instructional strategies that engage all students, differentiating to accommodate a range of ability levels, and acknowledging a variety of cultural backgrounds in order to support student learning and growth.
- Communicate effectively with parents, students, administrators, teacher colleagues, and community leaders.
- Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivate students to work to their highest potential.
- Maintain equipment associated with the activity.
- Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
- Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Cultivate a positive, harassment free, instructional culture which motivates students through the use of effective communication and constructive feedback.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and appropriate student handbook.
- Create general show design.
- Secure show and rehearsal dates and spaces.
- Ensure that all student paperwork is completed and on file, including media release.
- Create/arrange publicity and graphic design needs (programs, posters, etc.).
- Arrange and coordinate parent volunteers and staff workers as needed.
- 25 hours rehearsal/student contact
- 1 showcase performace
- Manage and maintain records of the finances for the production.
- Coordinate and manage lighting and sound design and support for the show.
- Schedule and coordinate auditions.
- Determine and communicate casting/personnel needs, making cuts as needed.
- Coordinate setup needs for rehearsals and performances.
- Supervise students while waiting for rides.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education preferred
- Appropriate Professional Educators License (PEL) preferred
- High School Diploma required
- Related coursework and/or previous related experience required
- Previous directing experience preferred.
- Knowledge of show production preferred.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback, and to conduct conferences as needed with parents, students, administrators, or other teachers.
- Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.
- Display courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.
- Maintain appropriate confidentiality.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
- Ability and willingness to learn and refresh job skills through professional development in order to meet the changing needs of this position.
- Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent unscheduled interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
- Spanish language skills preferred.
- Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, or carry heavy materials or equipment.
- Must work in noisy and crowded environments.
- Public contact requiring appropriate business-like apparel.
- This is an Appendix F stipend position in accordance with the school year calendar.
- For Non-ETA Coaches: this position is for this year only.
- Terms of employment will be determined in collaboration with the middle school athletic/activity director and building administration.
- Appendix F Position and Stipends.pdf
JobID: 36854
Position Type:
Appendix F - Extra Duty/Non-Coaching
Appendix F - Extra Duty/Non-Coaching
Date Posted:
1/8/2025
1/8/2025
Location:
Ellis Middle School
Ellis Middle School
Date Available:
01/30/2025
01/30/2025
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Until Filled
Position / Title: MS Performing Arts Showcase
Bargaining Unit: ETA
Department/Location: MS Activities
Calendar Days: N/A
Reports To: MS Athletic Director/Building Administrator
JD Revision Date: 4/24/2024
Supervises: N/A
Function / Position Summary
To coordinate and produce a high-quality performing arts showcase, focusing on best-practice, student-focused instruction and providing opportunities for students.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
Education
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Experience / Knowledge
Physical Demands
Terms of Employment
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