Asst. Band Director- WJH

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Assist with directing and managing the overall program of instrumental music for the district.

Provide students with opportunities to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure

compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements.

Plan activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.

Position is 202 days.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band

Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience

One years' teaching experience or student teaching, either or both including band directing experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF THE BAND DIRECTOR):

Program Planning

1. Direct instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra,

concert band, soloist, and ensembles.

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 activities.

4. Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.

5. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and

board policy in band area.

6. Support band booster club activities.

7. 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.

8. Recommend policies to improve program.

Budget and Inventory

9. Assist in ensuring that programs are cost effective and funds are well-managed.

10. Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.

11. Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets within department.

12. Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all band equipment.

Instruction

13. Develop and implement plans for instrumental music program and show written

evidence of preparation as required.

14. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

15. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education

Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

16. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials,

and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students

assigned.

17. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

18. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social,

and emotional development of students.

Student Management

19. Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct

and student handbook.

20. Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips.

21. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,

materials, and facilities.

Communication

22. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents,

students, principals, and teachers.

23. Maintain professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community

members.

Other

24. Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.