High School: Spring Performing Arts Opportunities

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Job Description:\n\n About the School Georgetown Day School opened its doors in 1945 as the first integrated school in a segregated city. Governed by a Board of Trustees elected by the parent body and administered by an appointed Head of School, it was founded by seven families who wanted to create a school committed not only to academic excellence and educational innovation but also to a value system emphasizing appreciation and respect for others. Believing that diversity was the ground out of which all deep and rich learning occurs, they established a school where all children would be welcome, celebrated, and challenged to be their best selves.Today, the School's philosophy, programs, and position in the national educational landscape strongly reflect its roots. Having grown from 12 children in 1945 to 1075 students in PK-12 today, GDS is recognized as one of Washington, D.C.’s and the nation’s most dynamic educational institutions. Since the school’s founding, GDS has called eight different locations home. In the fall of 2020, in the midst of the pandemic, the Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools were all joined on one extraordinary campus. High School Performing Arts Spring Productions Opportunities Professional Instrumentalists – Pit Orchestra for "Rocky Horror Picture Show " About the Position Georgetown Day School, an independent day school in Washington, DC, seeks professional instrumentalists to support the Pit Orchestra for the upcoming Spring Musical during the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidates will be experts on their chosen instrument and demonstrate a commitment to creating and upholding equitable and inclusive learning environments for students and educators to thrive together. As a diverse, inclusive school devoted to preparing our students to live and work in an increasingly globalized and multicultural society, GDS is particularly interested in professionals with demonstrated interest and experience in working in such a school setting. Division: High SchoolDepartment: Performing ArtsLocation: On-site at 4200 Davenport Street, NW, Washington, DCDate: early February through April 26, 2026Status: Part-time, temporaryCompensation: Up to $1,500 StipendNote: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Current Opportunities in the Pit Orchestra: Electric Guitar Drummer Responsibilities Attend all scheduled rehearsals as determined by the Pit Orchestra Director, including the sitzprobe (a full orchestral and vocal rehearsal). Perform live at all five performances of Rocky Horror Picture Show on the following dates: April 23, April 24, April 25, and April 26, 2026. Collaborate with the musical director, student performers, and other pit orchestra members to ensure high-quality performances. Demonstrate professionalism and adaptability while working in a school environment. The time commitment for external hires: They will need to be present at all shows, join tech the week before the show (which will be approximately 12 hours that week), and at least 3 rehearsals leading up to tech week (approximately 6 hours). The time commitment for internal hires: Same expectations as above, plus an additional 3-4 rehearsals to be alongside the student instrumentalists (6-8 hours). Qualifications Expertise in one of the listed instruments (acoustic/electric guitar, piano, and drums) Previous experience performing in a pit orchestra or similar ensemble is strongly preferred. Ability to work collaboratively with students, educators, and other musicians. Commitment to punctuality, preparation, and musical excellence. Understanding of and commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment. Americans with Disability Specifications Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Compensation will be paid by stipend. To Apply: Qualified internal candidates should send a brief letter of interest to sband@gds.org. Qualified external candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references using our online application system through ADP/Workforce Now: http://www.gds.org/Recruiting. To find out more about the school, candidates should visit our website at www.gds.org. As an inclusive school devoted to preparing our students to live, work, and lead in an increasingly globalized and multicultural society, GDS is particularly interested in professionals with demonstrated interest and experience in working in such a school setting and is driven by the core charge of working to enhance and bring joy to every student’s individual learning experience in equitable and meaningful ways.### Musical Director for the Spring Musical (“Rocky Horror Picture Show” on April 23 - 26, 2025) About the PositionGeorgetown Day School, an independent day school in Washington, DC, seeks a Musical Director for the upcoming Spring Musical during the 2025-2026 school year with potential for Vocal Coach-related responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be an expert in their chosen field and demonstrate a commitment to creating and upholding equitable and inclusive learning environments for students and educators to thrive together. As a diverse, inclusive school devoted to preparing our students to live and work in an increasingly globalized and multicultural society, GDS is particularly interested in professionals with demonstrated interest and experience in working in such a school setting. Division: High SchoolDepartment: Performing ArtsLocation: On-site at 4200 Davenport Street, NW, Washington, DCDate: January 21st through April 26th, 2026Status: Part-time, temporaryCompensation: Up to $4,480 StipendNote: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Responsibilities: Create a rehearsal calendar for all instrumentalists in the pit. Work collaboratively with Acting Director, and Choreographer. Lead rehearsals with student and professional instrumentalists. Attend sitzprobe, and all other required rehearsals, tech-week, and performances Effectively communicate in a timely fashion with all stakeholders in the production. Secondary Responsibilities (potential): Vocal Coach-related responsibilities Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor’s Degree in Music of Equivalent experience. Experience conducting (3+ years) Experience working within Musical Theatre pit-orchestras Knowledge and experience working with student instrumentalists/and or voices at the High School level. Americans with Disability Specifications Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Compensation will be paid by stipend. To Apply: Qualified internal candidates should send a brief letter of interest to sband@gds.org. Qualified external candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references using our online application system through ADP/Workforce Now: http://www.gds.org/Recruiting. To find out more about the school, candidates should visit our website at www.gds.org. As an inclusive school devoted to preparing our students to live, work, and lead in an increasingly globalized and multicultural society, GDS is particularly interested in professionals with demonstrated interest and experience in working in such a school setting and is driven by the core charge of working to enhance and bring joy to every student’s individual learning experience in equitable and meaningful ways.### Set Designer and Lighting Technician Spring Theatre Lab Production: “The Flick” About the Position Georgetown Day School, an independent day school in Washington, DC, seeks a Set Designer/Builder to work with our Theatre Lab, a small theatre troupe that performs smaller productions and lifts the voices of traditional marginalized playwrights. The performances will be May 7th through the 9th. As a diverse, inclusive school devoted to preparing our students to live and work in an increasingly globalized and multicultural society, GDS is particularly interested in professionals with demonstrated interest and experience in working in such a school setting. Division: High School Department: Performing Arts Location: On-site at 4200 Davenport Street, NW, Washington, DC Dates: early February through May 11th, 2026 Status: Part-time, temporary (up to 100 hours) Compensation: Stipend of $29/hour Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Responsibilities: Work collaboratively with Theatre Lab Director to design the set. Build the set for the show. Striking the set at the conclusion of the show. Qualifications and Skills: A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in the field. Previous experience with designing and building sets required. Effective communicator and ability to adhere to deadlines Compensation will be paid by stipend. Americans with Disability Specifications Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Compensation will be paid by stipend. How to Apply Qualified internal candidates should send a brief letter of interest to sband@gds.org. Qualified external candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references using our online application system through ADP/Workforce Now: http://www.gds.org/Recruiting. To find out more about the school, candidates should visit our website at www.gds.org. As an inclusive school devoted to preparing our students to live, work, and lead in an increasingly globalized and multicultural society, GDS is particularly interested in professionals with demonstrated interest and experience in working in such a school setting and is driven by the core charge of working to enhance and bring joy to every student’s individual learning experience in equitable and meaningful ways. Americans with Disability Specifications Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Compensation will be paid by stipend. How to Apply Qualified external candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references using our online application system through ADP/Workforce Now: http://www.gds.org/Recruiting. To find out more about the school, candidates should visit our website at www.gds.org. As an inclusive school devoted to preparing our students to live, work, and lead in an increasingly globalized and multicultural society, GDS is particularly interested in professionals with demonstrated interest and experience in working in such a school setting and is driven by the core charge of working to enhance and bring joy to every student’s individual learning experience in equitable and meaningful ways.