Upper Darby School District is hiring: Spring Musical Technical Director/Carpent

Spring Musical Technical Director/Carpenter

Total Compensation: $2,400

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

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Former 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
• Strong knowledge of theatrical practices, principals, and terminology
• Strong skills in theatrical drafting using AutoCAD or Vectorworks
• Strong theatrical carpentry and building skills
• Strong skills using power tools and saws
• Knowledgeable in theatrical rigging and scenery effects
• Former experience in scenery building shop
• Strong time management and communication skills
• Ability to change direction to suit the needs of the production
• Strong ability to multitask and delegate jobs
• Strong ability and willingness to collaborate with the creating team and designers
• Must have excellent perception of detail
• Build schedule to be discussed with Production Manager
• Must be available for load-in, technical rehearsals, and strike outside of build schedule
• Strong understanding of Google drive, sheets, docs and other word processing applications
• Must be able to meet the physical/sensory demands of the position
  • including but not limited to climbing ladders, working at heights greater than 15 feet, lifting 50+ pounds of equipment or supplies, operating motorized theatrical elements, and withstanding loud noises and sounds.

• 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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