Job Description

Job Title: Musical Advisor; Temporary

Work Site: Ashland High School

Reports to: Principal

Salary: $3,885 - $4,922

JOB SUMMARY

The Musical Advisor directs and oversees student performers, musicians, and volunteers involved in musical productions, providing guidance and support throughout rehearsals and performances. The advisor works closely with students, school administration, and staff to ensure operations align with ASD standards and school expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Holds organized, supervised practice as the program requires.
2. Teaches the skills necessary to participate and be successful.
3. Develops production goals and objectives and daily plans.
4. Works with Director to maintain lines of communication with students, staff, and parents.
5. Provides for the safety and security of all students.
6. Follows all specified standards, policies, and procedures of the building and Ashland School District.
7. Actively encourages student participation.
8. Maintains a positive working relationship with the administration and community.
9. Provides proper care, maintenance, and security of facilities, equipment, and supplies from the first day of the season until the cycle of responsibility is completed.
10. Attend work regularly and punctually.
11. Annually pass the District's required online training by the District's assigned due-date.
12. While working collaboratively with others, implements decisions within ASD established policies and procedures.
13. Professionally represent the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students and resolves conflict in a professional manner.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

We believe that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications, and job scope but should not limit the incumbent or organization to work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the district's goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Background in a related field.
• Experience working with high school students in leadership, advisory, or extracurricular settings.
• Ability to mentor and guide students in leadership development and service learning.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to organize events and supervise students outside of school day and field trips.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others, including understanding and being understood. While much of the work will be completed in an office environment, the employee will need to move between buildings, visiting sites throughout the district. This position requires the use of a variety of digital systems, software, and hardware. This position may require some travel outside the district.

WORK ENVIORNMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but occasionally high depending upon activities. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employee may be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

VALUES

The district is focused on eliminating systemic racism and its impact on student learning. ASD is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The district prohibits discrimination based on race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service. Ashland Public Schools is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable, pursuant to relevant Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Ashland School District appreciates the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups and their roles in society. It is the policy of the Ashland School District Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups on the grounds of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation in any educational programs, activities or employment.

Family and Medical Leave Rights:

English: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf

Spanish: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlasp.pdf