Marching Band Instructor - HHS; Temporary

Marching Band Instructor - HHS (Temporary)

Harrisonburg City Public Schools – Harrisonburg High School, Harrisonburg, Virginia

Job : 5599254

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Contract: TSA

Salary Scale: Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position: Marching Band Instruction (HHS)

Reports to: Band Director/Principal

Revision: 5/2022

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the band directors and high school principal, marching band instructors serve during the marching band season, band camps, rehearsals, and performance events. This position varies based on expertise (winds, percussion, color guard) and leads and instructs students in small group sectionals as well as larger ensemble rehearsals. Music and marching instruction are both included.

• Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks. Models non‑discriminatory practices in all activities. Respects the worth, dignity and individual differences of others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present to diverse audiences to foster professional relationships and express and/or exchange ideas.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of office/instructional equipment and technology with experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and email.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.

• Takes all industry standard precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains appropriate state licensure; assumes responsibility for and participates in staff development (professional growth) and training to keep materials, supplies, and skills up‑to‑date.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures and properly maintains equipment.
• Actively participates in and attends all required meetings.
• Maintains confidentiality when appropriate.
• Complies with and supports school division policies, regulations, procedures, and the HCPS Strategic Plan.
• Effectively performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Light work, lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. Regular travel throughout the school and effectively interact with students, staff, and the school community. Regular contact with staff members is required. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on the evaluation of administrative or licensed personnel.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and meet the demands of this position.

• Harrisonburg City Public Schools HR Department
• One Court Square
• Harrisonburg, Virginia 22801
• Phone:
• Email: human resources.va.us