Assistant Band Director
Job Title: Assistant Band Director Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/ Professional
Reports to: Campus Principal/Director of Bands Date Revised: April 2018
Dept./School: Junior High School
Primary Purpose
Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at assigned the campus under the supervision of the Director of Bands. 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 extracurricular band. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
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 overall operation of instrumental music program
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band
Ability to manage budget as needed
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to interpret data
Experience
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
One year student teaching or approved internship and band directing experience
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Instructional Strategies
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
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
Reports to: Campus Principal/Director of Bands Date Revised: April 2018
Dept./School: Junior High School
Primary Purpose
Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at assigned the campus under the supervision of the Director of Bands. 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 extracurricular band. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
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 overall operation of instrumental music program
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band
Ability to manage budget as needed
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to interpret data
Experience
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
One year student teaching or approved internship and band directing experience
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Instructional Strategies
- Direct instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloists, and ensembles.
- Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in band.
- Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades, and UIL.
- Support band booster club activities.
- 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.
- 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.
- Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Work with other member of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
- 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.
- Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Be a positive role model for students and support mission of the school district.
- Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
- Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
- Help the Director of Bands coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.
- Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program at the assigned campus.
- Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all instruments and equipment at the assigned campus.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
- Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
- Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board policy in the band area.
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
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
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