Band​/Choir Director

ISD 361 – INTERNATIONAL FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Employment Opportunity | 2026–2027 School Year

Band and Choir Director – Grades 7-12 (with some Elementary)

Full-Time
• Licensed
• Final date to receive applications:
May 15, 2026

• Direct 7th–12th grade Concert Band and Choir
• Pep Band coordination and leadership
• Solo & Ensemble preparation
• Elementary music support as assigned
• Individual and small group lessons
• Assist with musical theatre productions

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards‑aligned band and choir instruction for grades 7–12
• Organize and direct all school performances including concerts, pep band events, and community engagements
• Prepare students for MN State High School League large group and solo & ensemble contests
• Maintain and oversee district instruments and music equipment inventory
• Build a culture of excellence, discipline, and joy in the performing arts
• Recruit and retain students in the music program across all grade levels
• Provide lessons and supports for individual and small group growth and development
  
  Lead and perform band and choir program at ISD 361 events
• Join a thriving and future forward district who celebrates the arts in education

• Valid Minnesota teaching license in Instrumental Music (K–12) and/or Vocal Music (K–12)
• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or related field from an accredited institution
• Meets all Minnesota Department of Education licensure and background check requirements

• Dual licensure in both Instrumental and Vocal Music, strongly preferred
• Experience directing concert band, jazz band, and/or show or concert choir
• Demonstrated success in recruiting and building music programs
• Experience with elementary music instruction and feeder program development
• Background in musical theatre direction or accompaniment a plus

• Salary per ISD 361 Master Agreement and placement on the licensed staff salary schedule
• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance
• Minnesota Teachers Retirement Association (TRA) pension enrollment
• Professional development opportunities and continued education support

ISD 361 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.