Spring Musical Assistant Choreographer

Spring Musical Assistant Choreographer

Total Compensation: $1,200

Spring Musical Schedule: December 1, 2024- March 31, 2025

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• • Experience working with middle school to 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 dance styles, choreography, and theatrical staging
  • Strong skills in rhythm and musicality
  • Knowledgeable in theatrical and dance terminology and methodologies
  • Ability to work with the Choreographer to create and teach dance and movement that reflect the style and concept of the production
  • Ability to run rehearsals and breakout rehearsals without the Choreographer present
  • Strong memorization skills
  • Schedule to be discussed with Choreographer and Production Manager
  • Must be available for designer run, technical rehearsals, and some performances outside of the rehearsal schedule
  • Must be able to meet physical demands of the position
    • Including but not limited to moving scenery, jumping, dancing, crawling, and lifting

• Required Clearances

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 learner's mindset in pursuit of personal excellence and service to others.

Our Belief Statements:

• Upper Darby School District's 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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