BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY:** Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at the 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 extracurricular band. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Entry Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Demonstrated competency in instrumental music
Current automatic external defibrillator (AED) certificate
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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
EXPERIENCE:** One year student teaching or approved internship and band directing experience.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:** The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
Instructional Strategies
**Major Responsibilities and Duties:**
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 Concert and Sight Reading Evaluations.
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 members 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.
Student Growth And Development
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.
Classroom Management And Organization
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.
Communication
Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Oversee Band Booster Club Activities.
Budget And Inventory
Develop and administer budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.
Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.
Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all instruments and equipment.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Professional Growth And Development
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.
Personnel Management
Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assistant band directors.
EQUIPMENT USED:** Personal computer, printer, calculator, copier, fax machine, and shredder.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:** Monitor the performance of assistant band director.
Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing
Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment
May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint (SAMA); and assist non-ambulatory students
Exposure to biological hazards
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Work with frequent interruptions.
Use a computer for a prolonged period, resulting in repetitive hand motions.
Lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
Move textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
Work occasional prolonged or irregular hours.
**Tools/Equipment Used** : Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; _[P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]_
**Posture:** Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
**Motion:** Frequent walking
**Lifting:** Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment.
**Environment:** Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
**Mental Demands:** Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours
DISTRICT OF INNOVATION (DOI):** Uncertified applicants can be hired under the District of Innovation at a graduated pay scale of:
$45,000 (Y1)
$49,000 (Y2)
$54,000 (Y3)
until certification is complete. **DOI teachers must fulfill the district DOI plan expectations each year.**
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
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