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Teacher, 1st Assistant Band Director; Grapevine High School
Job in
Grapevine, Tarrant County, Texas, 76099, USA
Listed on 2026-06-17
Listing for:
Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-17
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Performing Arts Roles/ Dance Instructor, Music / Audio Production, High School, Music Teacher
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title: Teacher, 1st Assistant Band Director Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Payscale plus stipend
Dept./School: Grapevine High School Date Revised: May 2024
Primary Purpose:
Provide students with outstanding learning experiences in music so they develop pedagogical and technical mastery, musical understanding, and a love of music. The director will encourage lifelong learning and participation in music beyond the middle and high school settings.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited university
- Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for teaching music
- Demonstrated competency or potential as an assistant high school band director
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team of fine arts teachers at the campus and district level
- Must be able to recruit students to the program and instill a love of music
- Must have high expectations of their own work and the work of their students
- Ability to work positively and collaboratively with parent support organizations
- Ability to instruct students and manage behavior in both small and large ensembles
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of specific band pedagogy to include, but not limited to: wind and percussion instrument pedagogy, rehearsal techniques, conducting, ear training, counting systems, and music theory
- Knowledge of marching band pedagogy to include, but not limited to: marching fundamentals, rehearsal techniques, and choreography
- Knowledge of jazz band pedagogy and literature
- Knowledge of UIL and TMEA rules, entry requirements, and important dates and deadlines
- Knowledge of curriculum, instruction, scope, and sequence in a band setting
- Ensure the proper use, maintenance, and tracking of the school's instruments, equipment, and music inventory
- Knowledge of outside-of-school activities to enhance students' musical experiences
- High Brass and/or Woodwind Background preferred
- Knowledge of social media, Canva, Presto, and/or Smore, etc., preferred
- At least one semester of student teaching or approved internship
- Notable performance and/or instruction experience in any of the following: TMEA, UIL, BOA, WGI, DCI, US Bands, etc.
Musical Performance
- Direct the 2nd (Non-Varsity) Concert Band
- Assist in the direction of all other ensembles, including marching band, varsity band, sub non varsity band, and middle school bands
- Present high-quality large ensemble performances for the school and community
- Present high-quality large ensemble performances in accordance with the standards of UIL or selected festivals and contests
- Teach sight-reading skills in accordance with the standards of UIL or selected festivals and contests
- Present high-quality solo and small ensemble performances for the school, community or selected festivals and contests
- Support students in All Region, Area, and State process
- Effectively use instructional and rehearsal strategies
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
- Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
- Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities
- 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 staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements
- Monitor and encourage student growth and development
- Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
- Help students analyze and improve study and practice methods and habits
- Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal evaluation
- Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned
- Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal
- Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district
- Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
- Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
- Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents,…
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