Band Director
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Education / Teaching
High School
The Colfax School District is seeking a Band Director to lead our 5th - 12th grade band program. This is a non-continuing position for the remainder of the 2026-27 school year only. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in instrumental music and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching and inspiring students. Responsibilities include teaching grades 5-12 band, directing the pep band, and teaching two additional classes as assigned, which may include physical fitness, health, or physical education (PE) courses.
This is a great opportunity for an educator to make an immediate impact on students and showcase their instructional, musical, and program leadership skills. The district anticipates posting the band teacher position as a continuing position for the 2027–28 school year. The individual selected for this one-year-only assignment is welcome to apply and will have the opportunity to demonstrate their potential as a long-term fit for the district.
Selection for the future continuing position will occur through a separate hiring process and is not guaranteed.
A Washington State Teaching Certificate with an Instrumental Music endorsement is required.
Responsibilities include:
- Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning and student growth.
- Support student growth beyond the classroom through performances and special events.
- Provide timely and constructive feedback on student performance to promote progress and skill development.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding academic progress, classroom expectations, and student support services.
- Collaborate with colleagues in professional learning communities to apply current instructional practices.
- Lead the fall and winter pep band in their performances for home games and at district, regional, and state competitions.
- Escort school bands to annual events such as Mass Band, Honor Band, Junior High Band Festival, and High School Band Festival.
- Participate in departmental meetings, faculty committees, and school-wide events as required.
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