Upper School Musical Choreographer 'Crazy for You'

Carlsbad, CA
Temporary
Experienced
Upper School Musical Choreographer
Status: Temporary, Non-Exempt
Reports To: Arts Director Producer
Revision Date: 11/171/2025

At Pacific Ridge School, our mission statement drives all of our work: In a community that fosters academic excellence, ethical responsibility and global engagement, Pacific Ridge School prepares students for college and a purposeful life.

Position Summary
Seeking talented, experienced choreographer.  Must have a strong musical theatre background and an understanding of choreography and/or physical theatre techniques and the interest and ability to teach these elements to high-school aged students.  Must be able to pass a background check.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to, the following)
In collaboration with the director of the play, take full responsibility for the design and execution of choreography for the upper-school musical.
 
  • From January 26, 2026, through April 25, 2026, collaborate with the Arts Department Producer, the director of the play, and the musical director of the play to choreograph the upper-school musical, Crazy for You
  • Attend production meetings as mutually agreed upon by the director of the play, the Arts Department Producer, and all relevant design personnel
  • Collaborate with the director of the play to ensure that the choreography reflects and supports their vision for the show
  • Enthusiastically and compassionately coach, direct, and collaborate with all students involved in the production to ensure a positive, challenging, and educational experience
  • Throughout the production, in coordination with the Arts Department Producer and all relevant production staff, create and maintain a safe, supportive working environment for all students and staff, free from physical danger, harassment, and bullying
  • In coordination with the director of the play, schedule and conduct dance auditions
  • In coordination with the director of the play, schedule and conduct all dance rehearsals
Qualifications (minimum requirements)
  • Demonstrated skill and experience in musical theatre and choreography
  • Experience in educational theatre
  • Pass Live Scan and Fingerprinting background check; and Tuberculosis Assessment/Test

Hourly Rate: $18/hour

Total Earnings Potential:  $4,800
 
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