Concert Band Director - Supplemental

Band Director & Assistant Band Director

Reports To:

Principal

Job Objective:
Directs marching, jazz, concert and pep band programs. Promotes school pride.

Note:

Assistant director performs duties that support the director. Assigned responsibilities are based on employee expertise, availability, and program objectives. Duties may be reassigned or altered to meet current and emerging organizational needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Musical instruction skills substantiated by training and/or work experience.
• Meets all mandated health screening requirements.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Embodies high ethical standards and integrity.
• Accepts responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies, and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Ability to establish working relationships with co-workers and function as part of a cohesive team.
• Commitment to keep current with work skills essential to the objectives of the position.
• Valid Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit.

Note:

Supplemental contracts are offered to licensed staff with appropriate training, knowledge, and experience. Unfilled positions may be offered to other qualified applicants meeting school district and state department of education criteria. Verification of qualifications may be required (i.e., official academic transcripts/diplomas, previous employers, professional references, etc.).

Essential Functions:

The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Evaluates student interest/commitment. Recommends programming options.
• Develops a purpose statement and budget for administrative approval.
• Requisition s program supplies/equipment.
• Develops a program schedule and outline of activities.
• Coordinates activities with the school calendar.
• Consults with staff to ensure that shared resources/facilities are used effectively.
• Conducts a risk assessment.
• Implements safety precautions. Responds to emergencies.
• Advances the district's professional image.
• Maintains open/effective communications.
• Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address and resolve questions/concerns.
• Refers district policy interpretation inquiries to administrators.
• Plans/directs program activities.
• Keeps the administration informed about emerging issues.
• Monitors compliance with all licensing agreements.
• Publicizes program information.
• Encourages active student participation.
• Informs students about personal responsibilities.
• Verifies that authorized fees have been paid.
• Supervises approved fund raising projects.
• Ensures that program activities are self-sustaining when expenses exceed financial subsidies authorized by the board or administration.
• Attends financial in-service training to keep current with accounting procedures as directed.
• Ensures that student activity accounts (e.g., receipts, expenses, etc.) are suitable for audit.
• Organizes auditions.
• Maintains the integrity of the selection process.
• Helps parents/students understand program objectives and performance standards.
• Develops half-time shows, spirit day activities, parades/civic event performances, etc.
• Plans and coordinates off-season activities (e.g., summer schedules, training clinics, etc.).
• Works with students to improve individual and group skills.
• Provides support, guidance, and accountability to help students benefit from program participation.
• Teaches precautions/procedures to help students prevent injuries.
• Ensures that required medical authorizations forms are on file and readily available.
• Documents all injuries that require treatment.
• Refines performance concepts (e.g., visual effects, interpretive movement, props, etc.).
• Assists with participant uniforms (e.g. ordering, distribution, collection, refurbishing, etc.).
• Coordinates warm-ups and synchronized marching instruction.
• Supervises all performances.
• Helps students seeking advanced skills locate supplemental resources within the community.
• Promotes collaboration and facilitates student involvement in community service projects.
• Facilitates participation in board-approved local,…