400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850

NOTICE OF VACANCY

 

Position Title: ICSD Technical Assistant

Brief Description: The Fine and Performing Arts Department seeks additional technical assistance on an hourly timesheet for the theatrical productions and events with the ICSD theaters for 2025-2026. Duties may include, but are not limited to, lighting, sound, set design or set construction and tech crew supervision and training. The Technical Assistant will provide implementation and/or supervision of the technical operations for the theatrical productions or events within the ICSD theaters. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Fine and Performing Arts with considerable latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgment and creativity in collaboration with the full time Technical Assistant for ICSD theaters.

Location(s): Fine & Performing Arts

Anticipated Start Date: 9/2/2026

Posting Dates: 6/9/2026- Until Filled

Number of Vacancies: 5

Required Qualifications: 

• A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Fine and Performing Arts, Visual Communications, Visual Arts, Computer Technology, or a related field with similar course curriculum. The coursework for such degree must have included at least five (5) theatrical productions that involved activities such as technical direction, lighting, sound, carpentry, video or related activities; or

• B. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college with an Associate's degree in Fine and Performing Arts, Visual Communications, Visual Arts, Computer Technology, or a related field with similar course curriculum and two (2) years of full time paid experience, or its part-time and/or volunteer equivalent, in theatrical productions that involved activities such as technical direction, lighting, sound, carpentry, video or related activities; or

• C. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and four (4) years of full time paid experience, or its part time and/or volunteer equivalent, in theatrical productions that involved activities such as technical direction, lighting, sound, carpentry, video or related activities; or

• D. Any equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above.

Duties may include:

•  Communication and collaboration with creative team and Fine Arts Director during pre-production, production and post-production dates, through design meetings, production meetings with the creative team, and check in meetings with the Fine Arts Director.
•  Approval of production designs that fall within the scope of the production in regards to time, resources and budget. 
• Scenery construction and implementation is completed and falls within the scope of the production in regards to time, resources and budget.
• Supervision and training is provided to the student tech crew engaged in technical activities for the production and performances or event. Student training and supervision includes: stage management, sound, lights and backstage crew. 
• Assurance of proper operation and care of all AV and technical equipment.
•  Maintenance of an orderly storage, theater and backstage area for scenery, lighting, sound and theatrical equipment during rehearsals and performances in adherence with safety protocols and fire codes. 
• Adherence to district and department goals and commitments.
• AED/CPR training and certification.

Internal Applicants: Apply online at SchoolFront |  Step by step Guide

Internal EA Applicants only can also send their letter via email at recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us.

If you are a substitute or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant.

External Applicants: Apply online at RecruitFront
In order for us to receive your application, you must complete the following three steps on Recruitfront:

1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD
2. Create an Application:  Checkmark School Related Personnel Only!
3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting.

Salary Range:  $23.88 per hour for extracurricular theater activities. Assignments are on a short term basis through the production process up to a certain number of hours per show. Theater productions run from September through June.  Send letter of interest to Daphne Shululu, daphne.shululu@icsd.k12.ny.us

If you need assistance applying, you can make an appointment here. This link is only for help with the application process. If you have a question about your status, please email recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us

 

About Us: We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious. Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence. Visit Our Website: ithacacityschools.org

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

                

              400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850

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Position Title: ICSD Student Leadership Support [Internal and External]

Vision and Culture:

• Set educational, student centered goals of student leadership for the production
• Uphold and maintain district commitments 
• Ensure that educational laws and safety are followed through these structures of support 
• Establish a collaborative, supportive culture that uplifts positive communication and feedback loops that allow for criticality, varying perspectives and belonging. 

Production:

• Empower student leadership in the day to day tasks of the production

  • Attendance 
  • Postings and Announcements 
  • Stage and rehearsal prep 
  • Clean up 
  • Call board organization  
  • Snack Distribution/Clean Up 
  • Snack donations 
  • Front of house, set up and display
  •  Program Facilitation 
  •  Poster Design Facilitation and Distribution 
  • Backstage or front of house support
• Support arrival and follow up with caregivers if students are absent who should be present
• Ensure that students are following the community agreements for the production  
• Communicate with the creative team regarding student needs and support 
• Provide student support and redirection
• Follow up with creative team and caregivers regarding needs or concerns 
• Collaborate with the technical assistant and technical director to ensure that the tech crew and student stage managers are provided structures of support 
• Work with student producers to provide structures of support 
• Work with the drama club mentors to provide structures of support
• Provide backstage support during tech, dress and performances 
• Cast the show in collaboration with a casting committee composed of drama club staff mentors, fine arts director/or building leadership and creative team (separate hourly timesheet will be provided). 
• Assist with the coordination of meals for students during tech week, attend to allergy needs and ensure food is properly labeled 
• Assist with front of house preparation in collaboration with caregiver volunteers 
• Assist with the assembly of the program in collaboration with caregiver and student volunteers

Location(s): Fine & Performing Arts

Anticipated Start Date: 9/2/2026

Posting Dates: 6/8/2026 - Until Filled

Number of Vacancies: 5

Application Requirements:

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Proof of Certification (or pending certification)
4. Official Copy of transcripts: undergraduate and graduate
5. Three (3) Letters of Reference (highly preferred for external candidates)
6. MANDATORY Writing Sample (see prompt below)

The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.

MANDATORY Writing Sample A writing sample is required for the application to be completed. Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter.

The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, socio-economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student? Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals. The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, please provide evidence of how you stay current with students’ digital world.

Required Qualifications: 

• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

•  Strong organizational skills, enjoys working with young people

Desired Characteristics:

• Set educational, student centered goals of student leadership for the production

• Uphold and maintain district commitments

• Ensure that educational laws and safety are followed through these structures of support

• Establish a collaborative, supportive culture that uplifts positive communication and feedback loops that allow for criticality, varying perspectives and belonging.

Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com

Salary Range:  $28.86/hr.

When applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings. ICSD Student Leadership Support

If you are a substitute, a coach or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant. Guide on how to apply

 

External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com

In order for us to receive your application, you must complete the following three steps on RecruitFront:

1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD

2. Create an Application:  Checkmark Teacher/Admin Only!

3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting. 

 

Salary: timesheets

 If you need assistance applying, you can make an appointment here. This link is only for help with the application process. If you have a question about your status, please email recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us

About Us: We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious. Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence. Visit Our Website: ithacacityschools.org

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

                

              400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850

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Position Title: Elementary Art Teacher

Brief Description:  Art Teacher (Elementary K-5, Itinerant) Teach classroom art K-5 in an ICSD elementary school. Celebrate student identities through art and culture with an anti-racist, culturally responsive commitment. Support all students utilizing an inclusive, differentiated approach. Create art portfolios that focus on trial, error, experimentation and process to share and talk about with others . Foster the joy, confidence, and community that is cultivated within the school setting through the display of visual art. Introduce techniques and skills that further knowledge in artistic terms, concepts, visual literacy and critical thinking. Work with department professional learning communities within the school and district to further district mission and goals. Proven commitment to being a reflective educator committed to antiracist and culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy.

Location(s): Fine & Performing Arts

Anticipated Start Date: 9/1/2026

Posting Dates: 6/8/2026 - Until Filled

Number of Vacancies: 1

Application Requirements:

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Proof of Certification (or pending certification)
4. Official Copy of transcripts: undergraduate and graduate
5. Three (3) Letters of Reference (highly preferred for external candidates)
6. MANDATORY Writing Sample (see prompt below)

The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.

MANDATORY Writing Sample A writing sample is required for the application to be completed. Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter.

The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, socio-economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student? Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals. The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, please provide evidence of how you stay current with students’ digital world.

Required Qualifications: 

• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

• All candidates must possess New York State Teacher Certification in Art or Visual Arts K-12 or qualify to obtain it by the first date of employment. This requires at least a Bachelor’s degree. Licensed teachers from other states may qualify for reciprocity.

 

Desired Characteristics:

• An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive;

• Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community;

• Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum; create an inclusive classroom; and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.

 

Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com

When applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings. Type Elementary Art

If you are a substitute, a coach or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant. Guide on how to apply

 

External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com

In order for us to receive your application, you must complete the following three steps on RecruitFront:

1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD

2. Create an Application:  Checkmark Teacher/Admin Only!

3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting. 

 

Salary Range:  $56,918-$119,338 (10-month full-time basis) Based on the 26-27 ITA step and lane salary grid

 If you need assistance applying, you can make an appointment here. This link is only for help with the application process. If you have a question about your status, please email recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us

About Us: We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious. Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence. Visit Our Website: ithacacityschools.org

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850

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STUDENT LEADERSHIP SUPPORT
NOTICE OF VACANCY [Internal Only]

Position Title: Student Leadership Support [Extracurricular]

Vision and Culture:

• Set educational, student centered goals of student leadership for the production
• Uphold and maintain district commitments 
• Ensure that educational laws and safety are followed through these structures of support 
• Establish a collaborative, supportive culture that uplifts positive communication and feedback loops that allow for criticality, varying perspectives and belonging. 

Production:

• Empower student leadership in the day to day tasks of the production ? 

  • Attendance 
  • Postings and Announcements 
  • Stage and rehearsal prep 
  • Clean up 
  • Call board organization  
  • Snack Distribution/Clean Up 
  • Snack donations 
• Support arrival and follow up with caregivers if students are absent who should be present
• Ensure that students are following the community agreements for the production  
• Communicate with the creative team regarding student needs and support 
• Provide student support and redirection
• Follow up with creative team and caregivers regarding needs or concerns 
• Collaborate with the technical assistant and technical director to ensure that the tech crew and student stage managers are provided structures of support 
• Work with student producers to provide structures of support 
• Work with the drama club mentors to provide structures of support
• Provide backstage support during tech, dress and performances 
• Cast the show in collaboration with a casting committee composed of drama club staff mentors, fine arts director/or building leadership and creative team (separate hourly timesheet will be provided). 
• Assist with the coordination of meals for students during tech week, attend to allergy needs and ensure food is properly labeled 
• Assist with front of house preparation in collaboration with caregiver volunteers 
• Assist with the assembly of the program in collaboration with caregiver and student volunteers

Location(s): Fine & Performing Arts

Anticipated Dates: 10/3/2025-6/30/2026

Posting Dates: 10/27/2025-Until Filled

Number of Vacancies: up to 3

Required Qualifications: 

• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline.  Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

•  ITA employees only

Desired Characteristics:

• A strong belief that all students can learn and achieve at high levels

• Proven success in fostering student growth in reading and writing.

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with students, caregivers, colleagues and school leaders

• Demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive family engagement strategies

• Demonstrated commitment to pursuing innovative solutions in a collaborative environment

• Strong organizational and project management skills

Internal Applicants: Apply online at SchoolFront |  Steps to apply

Salary Range:  $27.24/hr.

If you need assistance applying, you can make an appointment here. This link is only for help with the application process. If you have a question about your status, please email recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us

About Us: We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious. Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence. Visit Our Website: ithacacityschools.org

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.