Marching Band - Admin Assistant (Spring 2026)

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT:

The Syracuse City School District is undergoing a new phase of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all - including students who fall behind or have been considered “hard to serve” for a host of reasons. The School Board and Syracuse community have charged the Superintendent with improving student achievement, and he is seeking a dedicated and diverse team of school leaders and teachers to partner with him in moving the district toward its goals. The Syracuse City School District represents 34 schools and 4 alternative education programs, serving 19,000+ students Pre-K-12 of whom 77% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 18% are served by the Office of Special Education and 78% are students of color.

We offer 120 different athletic teams for students in grades 7-12. Our coaching staff consists of certified, dedicated people who enjoy working with our student athletes. They are individuals who work very hard and care a great deal about the individuals for which they are responsible. In grades 7-8 we offer a comprehensive modified program, which serve as a “training ground” for skill development and participation. Winning is NOT emphasized and large numbers on teams are encouraged for maximum participation. We stress discipline, enjoyment or play, competition, and dedication to the value that hard work will produce rewards. The modified program prepares our young student athletes for the higher level of high school competition.

To participate at the high school level, a higher refinement of skill is necessary and competition is viewed at a higher level of comprehension. Our high school freshman, Junior Varsity, and Varsity teams strive for success and practice to produce as efficient a team and individual effort as possible. At the high school level, we stress the development of academics, goal setting, teamwork, leadership and sportsmanship.

POSITION BEING HIRED:

Administrative Assistant to the Band Director (Spring 2026)

POSITION PURPOSE

• Under the supervision of the Director, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for coordinating and organizing the ensembles program along with assisting with public relations. This is considered an extracurricular contract.

1. Administration Assistance to the Band Director

a. Draft and publicize all rehearsal and performance schedules.

b. Coordinate travel plans with Director and SCSD Transportation.

c. Maintain and Facilitate Family ID with Director.

d. Assist in following the guidelines regarding student eligibility in extracurricular

activities.

e. Coordinate with the Band Boosters and Parents for events (chaperones, snacks, and

equipment manage for performances and other chaperone responsibilities).

f. Monitor and control student behavior according to established procedures and share

any concerns, etc. with the Director.

1. Public Relations

a. Provide communication to members and their families in relation to the program

(rehearsal announcements, changes in schedules, reminders, etc.).

b. Assist in communication to the staff of Pride of Syracuse regarding rehearsals,

performances, etc.

c. Assist in communication to the SCSD Buildings and Administration for all

communication regarding Pride of Syracuse.

d. Collaborate with SCSD Communication Specialist and Pride Band Director to

prepare press releases and other ensemble announcements to the media.

e. Assist both the Director and Assistant Director in maintain social media, including

the district website.

SALARY:

Salary per Unit 1 contract, prorated per length of season.