Music Assistant - Orchestra (One Year… at Rockwood… · Chesterfi…

Minimum of 60 college hours required.

$23.29 per hour

Maximum 50 Hours

Start date: January 5, 2027

Any interested support Rockwood employee eligible to transfer must submit a TRANSFER application to this posting before the internal closing date to be considered.

POSITION TITLE:

Music Assistant

STATUS:

School Term Position - 50 hours annual max.

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

x

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

HUMAN RESOURCES:

x

Approved

Not Approved

POSITION SUMMARY: Assists with duties assigned by the classroom teacher to enhance the learning of all students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with individual orchestra students and small groups to provide targeted instruction and support in preparation for solo and small ensemble festival.
• Accept direction from orchestra teacher
• Assist at times with additional responsibilities and assignments as needed by the teacher or principal
• Assist the teacher in specific routine activities such as drills, reinforcement, developing verbal and listening communication skills, and performance-building exercises
• Assist with field trips
• Chaperone and supervise students during classes and concerts, including possible travel
• Help collect resources for use in the classroom
• Lead sectional rehearsals
• Provide specific instruction on instrument(s) of expertise - violin, viola, cello, bass
• Under direction of the classroom teacher, learns techniques for implementing music program
• Work directly with teachers to carry out specific tasks related to students’ needs

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to interact effectively with staff and parents
• Ability to move within building and classrooms
• Ability to relate and communicate to students regardless of their needs
• Ability to safely supervise children in all areas of the building, inside and outside
• Ability to understand limited role of music assistant with respect to teacher responsibilities
• Proficient with computer using MS Office and Google programs, printer, fax, and phone

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours from an accredited college or university
• Advanced skills on orchestra instruments
• Teacher certification preferred
• Friendly, helpful attitude in working with students and staff

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Musical instrument(s)
• Standard office equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, walk, stand and reach