Certified - Area - Other Job Number 230####### Start Date Open Date 02/28/2024 Closing Date Color Guard Section Lead ABOUT OUR DISTRICT:The Syracuse City School District is undergoing a new phase of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all - including students who fall behind or have been considered hard to serve for a host of reasons. The School Board and Syracuse community have charged the Superintendent with improving student achievement, and he is seeking a dedicated and diverse team of school leaders and teachers to partner with him in moving the district toward its goals. The Syracuse City School District represents 34 schools and 4 alternative education programs, serving 19,000+ students Pre-K-12 of whom 77% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 18% are served by the Office of Special Education and 78% are students of color. WHO WE WANT:Successful SCSD staff are passionately committed to urban education and all in for Syracuse students. They:
- Believe strongly that all students can learn at high levels;
- Demonstrate commitment to serving urban students, schools or communities, and to closing the achievement gap;
- Demonstrate willingness to put the interests of students above all others;
- Actively contribute to a culture of high expectations in their school and district;
- Adapt seamlessly to the complexities of the urban school environment; and
- Follow current trends in education policy and research.
REPORTS TO: Director of Fine ArtsPOSITION PURPOSE Under the supervision of the Director, the Color Guard Section Lead is responsible for planning and instruction of the marching band's Color Guard.This is considered an extracurricular contract.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include:
- Assist in the instructional delivery of the Color Guard.
- Create choreography for the purpose of enhancing competitive routines while maintaining and challenging student abilities.
- Engage students to practice, play and perform introduced materials.
- Instruct students in routines and techniques for the purpose of teaching and improving fundamental skills.
- Attend all rehearsals, sectionals and performances actively participating in assisting students in sectionals and whole group rehearsals.
- Work with the Director during auditions and provide input into placement of students.
- Assist Director in selecting appropriate color guard uniforms/costumes for the themed Field Shows/Competitions, parades, and other community functions.
- Assist Director in maintaining inventories of color guard supplies, materials, and equipment; adjust and maintain color guard equipment ensuring timely availability for student use.
- Monitor and control student behavior according to established procedures and share any concerns, etc. with the Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have musical experience with instruments, color guard, marching band
- Must be available from July 1st - November 1st for Marching Band season/performances
SALARY: As per Unit 1 contract, $3,250 per seasonJob Description View Attachment