Band Director - Lawrence Central High School and MPLT

Band Director
- Lawrence Central High School and MPLT

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Music
  - Band
• Date Posted: 7/28/2026
• Location:
  
  Lawrence Central High School

Lawrence Central High School is currently taking applications for a Band Director for the 2020-21 school year. Job requirements are as follows:

• Applicants should have a strong background teaching instrumental music.
• Applicant will be a part of the MPLT (Marching Pride of Lawrence Township) as one of the lead band directors
• Duties could include, but may not be limited to, conducting and administering jazz ensemble, show choir back up bands, pep band, and concert bands.
• Additional duties may include teaching additional elective courses.
• Administers the school's band program. Is responsible for the coordination and correlation of Elementary and Middle School band programs with that of the high school.
• Plans a balanced music program and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
• Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
• Establishes and maintains within Board Policy and Administrative procedures, standards of pupil behavior that will provide an orderly productive environment during rehearsals and performances.
• Evaluates each pupil's musical growth and performance, assessing each individual's contribution to the performance of the group.
• Selects and requisitions music, musical instruments and instructional aides and maintains required inventory records.
• Communicates with parents on individual student progress.
• Provides musical programs for a variety of school events and civic functions at the request of the supervising Principal and/or Superintendent.
• Participates in those functions and activities as described in the regular teacher job description.
• Maintains a professional awareness of current literature relating to assignment, including working knowledge of state and federal law, Board policy and Administrative regulations.
• Obtains approval from the Principal for all fund raising activities.
• Obtains Principal's approval in advance for all trips and contests.