Assistant Director of Music (010-25) at Moorpark Unified School District
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The person in this position works under general supervision, to perform a variety of instructional and routine clerical duties designed to free the instructor from routine work related to the program and to provide specialized instruction. Primary responsibilities of the position are to: - Assist in planning and conducting rehearsals for choirs, orchestras, and other musical ensembles; Support the music director during performances, ensuring all elements run smoothly; Step in to conduct rehearsals or performances in the absence of the music director. - Collaborate in selecting music for performances and services; Assist in developing new music programs and initiatives to enhance the music department; Provide input on musical arrangements and compositions. - Maintain organized records of music, schedules, and other documents; Assist in coordinating logistics for performances, including venue arrangements, equipment setup, and transportation; Assist with music program administrative tasks as needed (e.g., scheduling, communication with parents). - Participate in educational programs and workshops for students and community members; Assist in outreach efforts to engage and grow the music program and audience base. - Provide support and feedback to students to foster the development of musicians; - Ensure all participants are informed and prepared for rehearsals and performances.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE OF: - Variety of musical styles and genres; - Conducting and rehearsing musical ensembles; - Musical theory, composition, and arranging; - Music software and technology; - Digital tools and resources for music education.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Any combination of training, education and experience, which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position. - Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. - Minimum of 3 years experience in music direction, conduction, or related field. - Previous music teaching experience, preferably with students of various age groups. Note: Incumbent is not required to hold California Teaching Credential.
KNOWLEDGE OF: - Variety of musical styles and genres; - Conducting and rehearsing musical ensembles; - Musical theory, composition, and arranging; - Music software and technology; - Digital tools and resources for music education.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Any combination of training, education and experience, which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position. - Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. - Minimum of 3 years experience in music direction, conduction, or related field. - Previous music teaching experience, preferably with students of various age groups. Note: Incumbent is not required to hold California Teaching Credential.
Comments and Other Information
Current employees working in a different job classification and desiring to make application for a vacant position should complete and submit an Application for Classified Employment to the Personnel Office prior to the posted deadline. An employee requesting to transfer from one work site to another work site in the same job classification, must complete and submit a classified Request for Transfer to the Personnel Office prior to the deadline. Outside applicants will also be considered.
The Moorpark Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying and sexual harassment based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, immigration status, marital status, parental status, family status, pregnancy status, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other specified characteristic such as hairstyles or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in all educational programs, school related or school sponsored activities, school attendance or employment policies which may have an impact or create a hostile environment at school as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, the Equity in Higher Education Act, and other applicable laws and regulations. For questions or concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying or sexual harassment, please contact the District's Discrimination, Equity, and Title IX Compliance Officers: Dr. Jane Wagmeister, Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services, jwagmeister@mrpk.org, or Dr. Cathrine Lasure, Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Services, clasure@mrpk.org, 5297 Maureen Lane, Moorpark, CA 93021, (805) 378-6300.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITY: Special arrangements for the applicant and testing process for individuals with a disability can be made by informing the Moorpark Unified School District’s Personnel Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on this announcement.
Comments and Other Information
Current employees working in a different job classification and desiring to make application for a vacant position should complete and submit an Application for Classified Employment to the Personnel Office prior to the posted deadline. An employee requesting to transfer from one work site to another work site in the same job classification, must complete and submit a classified Request for Transfer to the Personnel Office prior to the deadline. Outside applicants will also be considered.
The Moorpark Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying and sexual harassment based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, immigration status, marital status, parental status, family status, pregnancy status, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other specified characteristic such as hairstyles or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in all educational programs, school related or school sponsored activities, school attendance or employment policies which may have an impact or create a hostile environment at school as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, the Equity in Higher Education Act, and other applicable laws and regulations. For questions or concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying or sexual harassment, please contact the District's Discrimination, Equity, and Title IX Compliance Officers: Dr. Jane Wagmeister, Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services, jwagmeister@mrpk.org, or Dr. Cathrine Lasure, Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Services, clasure@mrpk.org, 5297 Maureen Lane, Moorpark, CA 93021, (805) 378-6300.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITY: Special arrangements for the applicant and testing process for individuals with a disability can be made by informing the Moorpark Unified School District’s Personnel Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on this announcement.
Application Deadline
7/18/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/20/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Stipend TBD
Length of Work Year
School Year
Employment Type
Part Time
Location
Moorpark High School
Hours
TBD