Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at assigned campus. Provide
students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill
their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an
opportunity to participate in co-curricular and extracurricular band. Enable students to
develop competencies and skills to achieve as outlined by UIL/TEA.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Demonstrated competency in instrumental music
Current automatic external defibrillator (AED) certificate
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of Woodwind, Brass, and Percussion Instrumental pedagogical techniques
Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to interpret data
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of digital music composition programs
 
Experience:
Preferred Years of Experience: 2-5+ years
Experience working with band students at the middle school and high school level
Thorough knowledge of modern teaching methodologies, music technology, instructional
techniques, pedagogical principles, and advanced music theory are strongly preferred.
 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies
1. Direct middle school instrumental performers, including individual homogeneous
classes, concert band, and auxiliary ensembles, as well as, assist in marching band
and auxiliary ensembles at the high school level
2. Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify
each student’s eligibility to participate in band.
3. Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football
games, pep rallies, parades, and UIL.
4. Develop and sustain recruitment strategies with music faculty on each campus
through vertical alignment.

5. Support band booster club activities.
6. Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s
curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare
lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
7. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials,
and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of
students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by
the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
8. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed
for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual
Education Plans (IEP).
9. Work with other member of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives,
and methods according to district requirements.
10. Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to
determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous
and responds to student needs.
Student Growth and Development
1. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal
testing.
2. Be a positive role model for students and support mission of the school district.
3. Develop and sustain recruitment strategies
Classroom Management and Organization
1. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical,
social, and emotional development of students.
2. Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and
student handbook.
3. Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips activities and arrange
transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
4. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,
materials, and facilities.
Communication
1. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with
parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Budget and Inventory

1. Develop and administer a budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
2. Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.

1. Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.
2. Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all instruments and equipment.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
2. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
3. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board policy in the band area.

Personnel Management

1. None

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED)

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking/marching, conducting

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds); may lift and move musical instruments

Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district and statewide travel