*THIS POSITION IS FOR INTERNAL STAFF ONLY.*

Get to Know Us:

Riverview Gardens School District scholars, educators and parents continue to strive to be a community of dynamic learners and leaders with a commitment to demonstrating social and civic responsibility.

RGSD is committed to supporting the academic, social and emotional needs of all scholars by offering a wide range of learning opportunities, extra-curricular activities, resources and specialized programs.

RGSD is home to 12 schools, which serve approximately 4,900 students. Committed to providing excellent programs from early childhood education through high school.

Culture:

RGSD is dedicated to regaining full accreditation under the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

Riverview Gardens is currently working in collaboration with educational institutions and community partners to support the needs of children.

Interested candidates should have a heart for educating and a willingness to collaborate to help achieve and maintain educational excellence. Ideal candidates are willing to advocate for scholars and educational equity. Join our Ramily!

There is a new view on the horizon and learning is required!  https://www.rgsdmo.org

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Oversee the establishment and implementation of 6-12 music, theater arts, and dance curriculum.

• Recommends 6-12 music curriculum changes to the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for presentation to and adoption by the School Board.

• Provide services for in-school music, theatre, and dance programs.

• Coordinates concerts and performance opportunities (music festivals, student showcases, master classes, clinics, etc.) and field experience in 6-12 performing arts.

• Coordinates professional development for 6-12 music, theater, and dance teachers.

• Coordinates opportunities for student professional development.

• Enforce local, state, and national arts standards.

• Manage and maintain district equipment related to 6-12 Performing Arts (Establish Inventory System).

• Actively involved in Instructional staff observations.

• Establish and Maintain relationships and partnerships with arts and community organizations.

• Consults with Central Office and Building Principals on the Fine Arts Budget and its use.

• Serves as liaison for 6-12 music staff in communication with the School Board, Superintendent, and Central Office staff.

• Consults with Principals on interviewing, recommendations and hiring of 6-12 music educators.

• Works with Principals/Central Office Administration to recruit and maintain certified music educators.

Qualifications:

• No District Coordinator position can be held by a teacher who does not have specific teacher certification for the specific content area. (i.e. Performing Arts Coordinator must have Music certification).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or

• Exerts 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or

• Prolonged periods of working on a computer.

• Sufficient vision to read printed material, see distant objects with clarity, and identify and distinguish objects.

• Sufficient hearing to hear conversations in person and on the telephone, and hear sounds clearly up to 20 feet. Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation and on the telephone, and in addressing groups.

• Requires occasional or frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and reaching for extended periods of time.

• The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and is generally a hazard free environment.

• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed.

Salary: $5,000 stipend

*THIS POSITION IS FOR INTERNAL STAFF ONLY.*