Middle School Band Director; FTE

2026-27 Middle School Band Director (1.0 FTE)

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/ Music

Indian Hill Middle School is seeking a passionate, student-centered Co-Band Director who believes that music is a powerful vehicle for connection, discipline, and self-expression. This is an exciting opportunity to co-lead a well-established grades 5-12 band program in one of Ohio's top-performing school districts, where the arts are valued as an essential part of educating the whole child.

The band is a meaningful part of the Indian Hill School District experience—bringing students together through shared purpose, high standards, and school pride. The MS Band Director builds on that strong foundation by creating an inclusive, growth-oriented program that challenges students musically while fostering confidence, leadership, and a sense of belonging. Through rehearsals, performances, and community events, the band program serves as both a place of excellence and a place where students feel known and supported.

In this role, you will design engaging rehearsals, guide students toward strong ensemble and individual performance, and collaborate closely with colleagues and families to support a cohesive music program and co-teach band in grades 5-12. You will also help students develop skills that extend far beyond music—commitment, teamwork, perseverance, and pride in doing something well.

If you are energized by building culture, inspiring young musicians, and leading a program with deep roots and a bright future, we would be excited to meet you.

• Successful experience directing middle school band programs
  , including concert, pep, and extracurricular ensembles.
• Strong content knowledge across wind, brass, and percussion
  , with the ability to rehearse and refine ensemble and individual performance.
• Demonstrated ability to build a cohesive, student-centered band culture that balances high expectations with joy, belonging, and pride.
• Experience preparing students for performances, festivals, adjudications, and community events
  , with attention to musical excellence and professionalism.
• Skill in rehearsal planning, score study, and musical interpretation
  , with an emphasis on growth over time.
• Ability to motivate and develop student leadership
  , including section leaders and ensemble leaders.
• Collaborative mindset
  , with a willingness to work closely with music colleagues, administrators, and families to support a vertically aligned music program.
• Effective communication skills with students, parents, and the broader school community.
• Comfort using instructional technology for music learning, rehearsal support, and communication.
• Commitment to inclusive practices
  , ensuring all students feel welcomed, supported, and challenged within the band program.
• Willingness to support performances, rehearsals, and events outside the traditional school day as an essential part of the program's success.

• Help students to learn subject matter and skills which will lead to their development as mature, able, and responsible adults.
• Provide effective instruction and support that enables students to gain knowledge, acquire skills, and develop positive learning behaviors.
• Implement the District's philosophy of education and instructional program in accordance with District policies and administrative guidelines, Operating Standards for Ohio Schools, and the provisions of State and Federal law.
• Follow prescribed state standards, District curriculum guides, and approved courses of study.
• Plan for instruction using written lesson plans that reflect the District's adopted courses of study.
• Diagnose the learning needs of all students on an ongoing basis and focus instruction to address their identified needs.
• Instruct students in assigned academic content/subject, enabling them to meet established curricular objectives and IEP objectives.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques, technology, and media, consistent with the District's approved instructional program, physical limitations of the facility, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Administer standardized testing, as assigned, and assess student performance on an ongoing basis; report student progress to parents/legal guardians using methods approved by the District.
• Work in conjunction with Student Services staff to promote instructional services and support for special needs students in accordance with individualized education plans (IEPs) and/or other District-authorized accommodation plans.
• Provide for individual learning needs of students and engage in enrichment, support, intervention, and remediation efforts.
• Respect the diversity of students' cultures, language skills, and experiences.
• Create a learning environment that is physically and emotionally safe.
• Participate in professional development training, as assigned, and implement District initiatives including, but not limited to, Positive Behavior…