Middle and High School Band Program Assistant: Notre Dame Preparatory School
Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy (NDPMA) is seeking a part-time band program assistant for the 2023-24 academic year. This position would be excellent for a college student, private instrumental instructor or retired teacher.
The Beverly Gifford Music Center is home to the Notre Dame band and music programs. It was part of a $2.2 million capital campaign which was completed in 2008. It includes a main rehearsal room that can accommodate up to 100 students and six practice rooms. All rooms are acoustically treated and wired for audio and video recording. Take a tour here.
Qualifications for this position include marching band experience with a degree (or working towards a degree) in Music Education, Performance, or related field.
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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of brass and percussion instruments preferred. Work with the marching band percussion sections, and upper and lower brass sections including band sectionals.

• Manage instrument inventory for the Notre Dame Band Program (Marching, Symphonic, Jazz), assist with maintenance and repair of equipment.

• Attend Band Camp (ND Main Campus) from July 31st, 2023-August 4th, 2023 from 7:30 AM-5:30 PM.

• Knowledge of Marching Band drill. Assist with the design and production of the Marching Band half-time shows, and other musical performances as needed.

• Occasional completion of work hours for MSBOA events including Honors Band, Solo & Ensemble, All-State Band (weekend hours).

• Assist with the planning/execution of band events such as Homecoming Tailgate, Band Banquet, Big Band Dinner Dance, etc.

• Assist with planning/coordination of Band trips.

• Supervise and maintain rehearsal spaces and instrument storage areas for the ND Band Program

• Organize and maintain a central schedule of all ND instrumental ensemble rehearsals and performances (Marching Band, Symphonic Band, and Jazz Band)

• Organize and maintain rosters using excel.

• Process paperwork.

• Knowledge of Google Workspace required.

• Perform other Band Program duties as assigned by the director.

Notre Dame is committed to creating a work environment in which employee relationships are characterized by dignity, courtesy, respect, and equitable treatment, as well as an environment where there are opportunities for participation, challenge, broadening experiences, and growth. NDPMA is committed to a work environment in which employees receive support, recognition, and appreciation for a job well done.
Notre Dame is a Roman Catholic, Marist educational institution. All employees and staff are obligated to provide a Catholic role model for students, and may not engage in, nor endorse publicly, any actions or beliefs contrary to the teachings, standards, and doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church. Hiring and employment practices are based on job-related criteria including, but not limited to, one’s fidelity to the Catholic faith, comporting oneself in a manner that is not detrimental to the Catholic Church or inconsistent with its teachings or principles, individual merit, ability, experience, performance, education, and training. These standards apply to all aspects of employment including hiring, selection, advancement, compensation, reasonable accommodation, promotion, training, retention, and termination.
Flexible schedule required.
19 hours/week.
Hourly Rate: $20/hour