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Shrewsbury Public Schools
Middle School (5-8) Musical Music Director
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What they do
A Music Director leads music ensembles in a variety of different settings. Conducts orchestras or choral groups, church choirs, or pit orchestras in a music theatre production. Chooses music for performances, or composes or arranges music for ensembles to perform; runs rehearsals and directs soloists or guest performers.
$65,635 / year median in Massachusetts
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Middle School (5-8) Musical Music Director Shrewsbury Public Schools - 3.6 Shrewsbury, MA Job Details $2,932 a month 11 hours ago
Candidates with diverse racial, cultural, religious, class, and/or gender background and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply.
Qualifications Research Full Job Description Posted:
September 8, 2026Closed:
Open until filledEmployment Opportunity:
Oak Middle SchoolPOSITION
Stipend Opportunity:
Music Director Middle School (5-8) Musical2026-2027 School YearShrewsbury Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a Music Director for the Middle School (5-8) Musical. This position pays a stipend of $2,932, which is received after the performance(s) are completed. We are interested in candidates who are invested in the achievement, equity, and access of all learners in and beyond the classroom.Candidates with diverse racial, cultural, religious, class, and/or gender background and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities Include:
Works with the Director to read, research, and select productionHolds auditions and selects all cast membersCreates budget and expectations for the music portion (pit)Teaches and rehearses all music from the show with the castAuditions members for the pit orchestraRehearses the pit orchestra before the sitzprobeWorks with the Director and Choreographer to provide correct vamps, cuts, transpositions, and repeatsAssures a safe and comfortable environment for all studentsInteracts collaboratively with administration, nursing, and special education staff to make sure that student, parent, and teacher needs are being metCoordinates musical rehearsals and performances between the staff at both Sherwood and OakLeads the pit orchestra and accompanies at the piano for all productionsApplication Process:
Interested candidates please send an email expressing your interest and detailing your experience. The email should have the job title in the subject line and be sent to Michael Lapomardo, Director of Performing Arts, at The Shrewsbury Public Schools is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.Benefits
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Dental Insurance