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Lee College

Adjunct - Organ Instructor

Baytown, TX · On-site

$34.03 - $51.04/hr

Performance experience with a major professional music organization (symphony orchestra, pit orchestra of a major company, etc. * Performance experience with a professional chamber music group (such ...

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Musical - Pit Orchestra

Musical - Pit Orchestra

Stillwater Area Public Schools

Stillwater, MN • On-site

$2K/wk

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Advisors
Date Posted:
12/23/2025
Location:
Stillwater Area HighINDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 834
Stillwater, MN 55082
CO-CURRICULAR POSTING ( 2025-2026)
POSITION:
Coaching Positions
Musical - Pit Orchestra
LOCATION:
Stillwater Area High School
PURPOSE OF THE ACTIVITY:
  • To provide an opportunity for students to help and mentor incoming students at SAHS
  • To provide resources for student council members

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB:
  • Background in music performance, conducting, or music education
  • Experience directing or conducting instrumental ensembles, preferably in musical theatre settings
  • Strong knowledge of musical theatre scores, rehearsal techniques, and ensemble balance
  • Ability to read, interpret, and rehearse full orchestral scores and piano reductions
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills when working with directors, musicians, and production staff

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Activites Director
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • A. Recruit, rehearse, & conduct the orchestra pit for high school musical
  • B. Prepare musicians by teaching rhythms, tempos, dynamics, and stylistic elements of the score
  • C. Collaborate with the director, vocal director, and technical team to ensure synchronization with stage action
  • D. Lead the orchestra during performances, maintaining consistent tempo and supporting performers on stage
  • E. Manage pit logistics, including scheduling rehearsals and supporting a positive, professional rehearsal environment
  • F. Follow District #834 Code of Ethics for Advisors.

LENGTH OF ACTIVITIY:
January 5 - April 12, 2026
PUBLIC PERFORMANCE:
Scheduled meetings
SALARY (POINTS):
Class V Co-Curricular Advisor ($2,475)
Attachment(s):
  • Advisor - Musical Pit Orchestra.docx

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