High School Drama Musical Director

MARION CITY SCHOOLS
Marion, Ohio

March 30, 2026



SUPPLEMETAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Anticipated Opening for 2026-2027 School Year



Position:

Drama Director/Musical – Range IV – Harding High School



Time Schedule:

Summer/Fall



Salary Rate or Ratio:

Salary/Stipend



Reports to:

Principal/Designee



Employment Status:

Supplemental Contract



FLSA Status:

Exempt



Description:

To lead, promote, and facilitate students to achieve maximum potential in the chosen activity by instilling ethical values, teamwork and a winning attitude. To organize and coordinate practices and meetings by utilizing all available resources to promote and teach the fundamentals of the activity.



Qualifications: • PASP – Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit issued by The Ohio Department of Education, which includes:

• Fundamentals of Coaching
• Concussion Education
• Valid CPR Certification
• First Aide/Health Safety
• A thorough knowledge of the activity that is being taught
• Alternative to the above qualifications as superintendent and/or board of education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• An extensive knowledge and background of the activity
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Knowledge of staging and blocking
• Ability to create a practical and creative interpretation of a dramatic script and musical score
• Ability to design a set-plot
• Ability to navigate and communicate with productions companies and secure the rights for a musical
• Ability to communicate and secure contracts with companies for backdrops, costumes, and other show needs
• Ability to organize casting
• Ability to translate, interpret, and teach a script
• Knowledge of Marion City Schools purchasing procedures
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of child development and an understanding of age appropriate tasks
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, parents and students
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships

Essential Functions:

• Exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgement
• Responsible for submission of the student roster by April 1 or by end of the season to the EMIS secretary. Must include local seal requirements by student.
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations (i.e. emergencies, employee/parent concerns)
• Ensure the safety of students
• Set a good moral and ethical example for students, the student body, and community
• Work cooperatively with the Boosters to better the music program
• Follow board policies
• Conduct oneself in an ethical manner during contests and practices
• Set up practice schedules
• Notify parents of students needing medical attention
• Responsible for all equipment and inventory
• Responsible for handing out, collecting, cleaning and storage of equipment
• Be present at all practices and contests or have a designated coach in charge until all students have left the field or building
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Work cooperatively with the teaching staff, production team, administration, and parents

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish content for performances or events (All content must be approved by the Principal/Designee prior to planning or sharing of content)
• Completely discuss procedures and responsibilities with all production staff
• Assist in planning special events
• Attend Student Open House
• Be involved and attend Music Boosters meeting
• Promote the program to the parents, community, and students
• Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training of assistants
• Assist in the collection of required student forms, pay-to-participate fees, etc
• Maintain appropriate licenses/endorsements and training hours as required
• Adhere to all standards established by the Ohio Department of Education for Licensed

Educators

• Maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Refer suspected cases of child abuse immediately to the appropriate child protective services/law enforcement agency as mandated by state law and Board of Education policy
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal/Designee

Additional Working Conditions:

• After school and possible weekend work
• Lift, carry, push, and pull various supplies and materials up to a maximum of 50 pounds

NOTE: The above lists are not ranked in order of importance.


Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.


This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.



Marion City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
it is the policy of the Marion City Schools Board of Education that the best-qualified applicant shall be selected for each position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, political affiliation, disabling or military status. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to participate in activities involved in the position or program for which application has been made.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in being considered for this position, you must apply on the Marion City School’s website prior to 3:30 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026. Here is the link to apply

If you have questions, contact Principal Todd Schneider, via email. [email protected]