Marching Band Ensemble CRLS

Cambridge Public Schools•Cambridge, MA

2d•$2,275

About The Position

The Marching Band Ensemble Director reports to the Visual and Performing Arts Director and Department. The primary responsibilities entail conducting weekly rehearsals, conducting additional rehearsals as necessary, directing the Ensemble's performances, plus any necessary planning and administration. The Ensemble may also participate in an Ensembles Concert in the fall, spring, and other projects and programs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES NOTE: Produces and directs musical performances for school and public performances, adhering to safety guidelines and creating the production calendar in collaboration with school and VPA department. Applies a social justice approach and equity lens in all aspects of the process. Collaborates and works professionally with other music directors and ensembles when partnering. Designs and conducts recruitment/outreach programs to attract young musicians. Rehearses with students to ensure they master parts. Coordinates with VPA department for necessary support staff such as additional musicians, accompanists/etc. Must adhere to formal process before anyone is permitted to begin work.

Requirements

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervise any assistants, volunteers, and students involved in concerts and performances.
The ensemble director should be an exceptional leader, communicator and educator, willing and able to work as part of the music department team and with CRLS and VPA.
Valid Massachusetts Music Education certification
Current district staff member (preferred)
Demonstrates expertise in knowledge and teaching of music.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

Conducting weekly rehearsals
Conducting additional rehearsals as necessary
Directing the Ensemble's performances
Planning and administration
Produces and directs musical performances for school and public performances
Adhering to safety guidelines
Creating the production calendar in collaboration with school and VPA department
Applying a social justice approach and equity lens in all aspects of the process
Collaborating and working professionally with other music directors and ensembles when partnering
Designing and conducts recruitment/outreach programs to attract young musicians
Rehearsing with students to ensure they master parts
Coordinating with VPA department for necessary support staff such as additional musicians, accompanists/etc.