Marching Unit Director; High School

• Position Type: Co-Curriculars/Extra-Curriculars
• Date Posted: 2/23/2026
• Location: Upper Moreland High School

Job Title: Marching Unit Director

Reports To: Athletics & Activities Director

FLSA Status: Non-exempt, Seasonal

The Upper Moreland Township School District is an educational institution working in partnership with the community to provide all students with educational opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, behaviors, and habits of mind necessary for excellence and success as critical thinkers, as caring and confident individuals, and as contributing members of society. The District reflects the shared values of a diverse community of stakeholders and focuses on student success socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.

Students of the Upper Moreland Township School District will be provided with the foundation and skills necessary to excel in the exciting, complex, and interdependent world in which they live.

The Marching Unit Director is responsible for leading and managing the high school marching band program. This includes musical instruction, visual performance development, rehearsals, performances, and overall program coordination to promote excellence, teamwork, and school spirit.

• Plan and direct all marching band rehearsals and performances (football games, competitions, parades, and special events).
• Design and coordinate marching drills and visual performance elements.
• Select and arrange appropriate music for performances.
• Instruct students in musicianship, marching technique, and performance skills.
• Collaborate with school administration, music staff, and booster organizations.
• Manage program logistics, including equipment, uniforms, travel, and scheduling.
• Promote student leadership, discipline, and a positive team culture.
• Ensure compliance with school policies and district guidelines.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Director of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.

Upper Moreland Township School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.

Information relative to special accommodation, grievance procedure, and the designated responsible official for compliance with Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 may be obtained by contacting the school district.