Position Title:    High School Band Director (9-12)

Department:      Campus

Reports To:        Building Principal

Contract:           2026-27 SY (200 days)

Closing:             Until Filled

SUMMARY: The role of the band teacher is to direct and manage the overall program of instrumental music for the District; provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure compliance with all state and district requirements. Plan activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs the school’s instrumental performances including marching band, orchestra, concert band, jazz band, soloists, and ensembles.

• Establishes performance requirements, enforces academic requirements, and verifies each student’s eligibility to participate in band/orchestra.

• Provides for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, basketball games, pep rallies, parades, and community events.

• Organizes and implements band trips in accordance with District policy and regulations as well as student interest and ability. Arranges transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.

• Supports band booster club activities.

• Organizes and conducts tryouts for the band; informs administration and participants of final selections.

• Plans, rehearses, and directs musical experiences for the school and community.

• Cooperates with the school administration in providing music programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies, and, as appropriate, civic functions that enhance the students’ performing experience.

• Oversees scheduling and other arrangements for the rehearsals and concerts in cooperation with the building principal.

• Prepares students and required documents for District and State auditions and competitions. Makes all arrangements.

• Maintains an accurate inventory of school-owned instruments and uniforms. Controls the storage and use of school-owned equipment and materials; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.

• Submits budget needs annually to the principal in accordance with established timelines and guidelines.

• Orders all supplies and materials necessary for band-related activities in accordance with established District procedures and budget allocations.

• Develops and implements plans for the instrumental music program and shows written evidence of preparation as required.

• Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

• Supervise students in and out-of-classroom during the school day.

• Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs.

• Maintain professional competence through professional learning activities provided by the District, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.

• Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator in the evaluation process.

• Complies with federal and state laws and Board of Education policies.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree required; field of study correlated to teaching assignment as a band teacher with the appropriate instrumental music licensure code  for the appropriate grade levels. Teachers with experience are valued; however, no prior experience is required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of pre-employment background checks. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times around students, other staff members and the general public.

The Jacksonville North Pulaski School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.