Music Teacher - Head Orchestra Director - Middle - School Year 2026-2027

Music Teacher – Head Orchestra Director – Middle School Year  (Anticipated Vacancies)

Position Type:
Certified Professional/ Middle. Date Posted: 1/12/2026.

Job Title: Music Teacher – Head Orchestra Director

Reports To: Building Principal and Director, Performing and Fine Arts

Classification: Professional

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Days: 188

Salary: See Compensation Plan for New Hire Guide for Teachers

Contract: Probationary/Term

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Responsible for devising classroom experiences conducive to the students' aesthetic fulfillment and the development of group and individual skills in musical performance.

Education / Certification

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate or an out‑of‑state teaching certificate appropriate for the position.
• Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law.

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with both adults and children effectively.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.

Instructional Strategies

• Create and maintain an environment conducive to learning; meet the needs of each student through continuous evaluation of playing abilities, including placement of students in an orchestra best suited for their level of accomplishment.
• Assume responsibility for organizing and implementing all aspects of the instrument selection process for beginning orchestra students.
• Be aware of all rules and regulations governing contests in which individual students and orchestras participate and communicate these to appropriate persons.
• Strive to constantly improve the quality of instruction through meaningful self‑evaluation and an awareness of new and useful teaching techniques.
• Enhance the image of the orchestra department by exhibiting professionalism toward other school personnel and the community.
• Assume responsibility for all instruments and equipment assigned to the organization.
• Keep the Director for Performing Arts and Building Principal informed of all matters relating to the operation of the orchestra program.

Student Growth and Development

• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits; conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students; manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities; assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers; maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

• Enhance the image of the orchestra department by exhibiting professionalism toward other school personnel and the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

None

Computer, ACTIV Board, copy machine and audio‑visual machines.

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control…