Junior Varsity Jazz Band - Centennial

Ankeny Community School District Ankeny Centennial High School
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Job : 5908504
Final date to receive applications: Sep 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) enjoys a reputation as one of the premier school districts in Iowa and the Midwest, with students, staff and parents unified in their efforts to excel in academics, athletics, the arts and activities.

Located in the heart of Iowa, Ankeny is just 6 miles from the capital city of Des Moines The District serves over 12,600 PK-12 students. Ankeny CSD is the 7th largest school district in the state of Iowa, growing an average of 300 students per school year. The district offers a competitive salary and benefit packages.

JDE: 6.18.C

Junior Varsity Jazz Band

Purpose Statement

The role of Junior Varsity Jazz Band is to direct and manage the Junior Varsity Jazz Band for their specific high school.

Job Title: Junior Varsity Jazz Band

Reports To :
High School Instrumental Music (Director)

Wage/Hour Status :
Exempt (Stipend)

Minimum Qualifications :

• Strong knowledge of music techniques and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, instruct, take direction from head director and supervise students and staff.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm.
• Proficient in organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High School Diploma, required

Essential Functions

• Organize and manage all aspects of the Junior Varsity jazz program.
• Maintains an accurate inventory of school-owned instruments. Controls the storage and use of school-owned equipment and materials related to the jazz band; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
• Collaborates with the band director on needs for all supplies and materials necessary for band-related activities in accordance with established district procedures and budget allocations.
• Develops and implements plans for the jazz band and shows written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Creates an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Other duties as assigned by the principal or other administrative staff.

Competitions/Performances/Exhibits/Meets/Practices/Rehearsals/Festivals:

• Jazz Ensemble
  • (39) - 1 hour rehearsals full band rehearsals (before school)
  • (10) - 1 hour rhythm section rehearsals (after school)
  • 3 concerts (evenings)
  • 3-4 contests/festivals (Saturday)
• Jazz Lab
  • Thirty-nine 1 hour full band rehearsals (before school)
  • 3 concerts
  • 2 contests/festivals (Saturday)
• Basketball Pep Band
  • 4-6 Friday Night Home Games including a rehearsal before game (evening) Avg. time/per game is 4.5 hours
  • 1-2 State tournament games (to be determined)
• Jazz-o-rama (Saturday in January) 7 A.M.
  
  - 9 P.M.
  • Organize event to include:
  • Organize schedule
  • Hiring clinicians
  • Organize and manage facilities
  • Organize and implement promotion

Other Functions

• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as assigned.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work without close supervision.
• Demonstrate integrity and maintain confidentiality.
• Is respectful and appropriately interacts with staff, students, and visitors.
• Uphold and adhere to safety rules and policies of the Ankeny Community School District safety program.
• Support the goals and objectives of the school district and follow all district policies.
• Demonstrate the ability to attend work on a regular and routine basis to avoid disruption to district operations.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others.
• Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety…