Band Director

Band Director

Job Description

Title: Band Director

Units: 8

Location: PHMS

Number of Positions: 1

Effective:  School Year

Job Description: The band director at PHMS is a role that is dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students at Marple Newtown and offers the students a multitude of activities as well as an opportunity to socialize and make lasting friendships.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Experience working with school age students and coordinating and managing events.
• Skills: Strong managerial, organizational, and communication skills.
• Education: Valid PA teaching certificate.
• Ability to work with students of all ability levels.

Essential Functions:

• A faculty advisor acts as a liaison between the school administration and the club, providing guidance to student leaders and members.
• Advisors work with student leaders to plan events and create opportunities for inclusion.
• Advisors work with program staff to communicate information, and support and build lasting relationships.
• Advisors will supervise all club-related events and meetings.
• Plan and direct band rehearsals outside of the regular school day, developing students’ instrumental skills, musicianship, and ensemble performance in a structured and supportive environment.
• Prepare and coordinate performances for concerts, school events, and community functions, including selecting appropriate repertoire and collaborating with staff and administration.
• Manage the operational aspects of the band program, including communication with students and families, instrument and equipment oversight, and maintaining participation records in alignment with school expectations and procedures.
• Has read and understands obligations as outlined in MNSD School Board Policies.
• Other duties as assigned by Administration.

Frequency of meetings: September – June; meet 1/week for an hour; 8-10 events per year

Approximate number of students enrolled: Approximately 40 students

Clearances: In accordance with the school code, Act 24 and All related clearances.

Application Procedure: Interested candidates should submit an on-line application.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the MNSD Director of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.

The Marple Newtown School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, ancestry, disability, or other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964;
Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972;
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries may be directed to Human Resources at .