<div dir="auto"><div class="gmail_quote" dir="auto"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">Solon Center for the Arts is accepting applications for a part-time Instructor to fill the position of Musical Director for upcoming musical theater productions. Instructors lead and act as a role model to a group of participants in a specific
area of the performing/fine arts. Instructors develop, implement and engage participants in classes, lessons, workshops, performances, pop-up events, etc. in their specific field/specialty. </div><div lang="EN-US" link="blue" vlink="purple"><div class="m_5738008725037872420WordSection1"><div><div><div><div><p class="MsoNormal"><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Primary tasks and responsibilities for this position include:<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Attend auditions and collaborate on casting with the show director and choreographer.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Attend creative team meetings with Director and Choreographer to develop the overall vision of the show.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Plan, prepare and attend rehearsals. Adhere to a teaching schedule set by the director or Theater Coordinator.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Lead vocal warm ups and exercises, as well as teach music to the cast.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Accompany cast on piano during first half of rehearsals, as sound tracks will be used for the second half of rehearsals and for performances (no conducting, no musicians)<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Instruct and manage a group of approximately 8 – 25 students.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">This position is for approximately 2 - 4 hours per week with additional hours for tech week and performances.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Fall/Winter Production Rehearsals<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"> o Wednesday Evenings and/or Saturday Mornings<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Winter/Spring Production Rehearsals<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"> o Tuesday Evenings and/or Thursday Evenings<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Additional hours required for tech week and performances of Main Stage Shows<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Qualified applicants must have two years of teaching experience as a Musical Director (Theater) or Choir Director. Bachelor’s degree in Music, Theater or Music Education from an accredited institution preferred.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Candidates for this position will work closely with the Theater Department Coordinator and must be able to work with students of all ages and skill levels, with a specific focus on youth grades 4 – 8. Applicants must be professional and
display leadership qualities in and out of the classroom and may be the lead instructor during rehearsals. In addition, the applicant should possess excellent problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills. Applicants must be able to work in a team
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<p class="MsoNormal">This position is slotted as a P3 on Solon’s part-time wage scale which offers a starting range from $17.00/hour. Compensation will be determined based upon previous education, performance, and teaching experience.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Applicants must complete and submit an application and a resume online by visiting the City of Solon website at
<a href="http://solonohio.org/jobs.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">http://solonohio.org/jobs.aspx</a>. Click on the "How to Apply Link” or visit the Human Resources webpage for more information. This posting will remain open until the position is filled. The names of
all candidates are subject to public disclosure upon request.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The City of Solon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, disability or military/veteran
status in employment or provision of services. Individuals applying and requiring special accommodations regarding disabilities should contact the Human Resources Department. </p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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