Teacher 2025-2026 / Secondary Orchestra Director / Asst. Director (Fall 2025 Openings)
Responsibilities and qualifications for a Secondary Orchestra Director / Asst. Director include :
- Bachelor's degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university.
- Valid teaching certificate appropriate for secondary music.
- Demonstrates skills in teaching string pedagogy and orchestra.
- Demonstrates skills in leading, motivating, and cooperating with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
- Knowledge of T.M.E.A. and U.I.L. rules and procedures.
- For Head Director applicants, demonstrates ability to grow and maintain a large, successful orchestra program in a public school setting.
- For Head Director applicants, minimum of three years of experience as a secondary public school director preferred.
Essential functions of the job include :
Recruit and retain students in the orchestra program.Teach appropriate instrument pedagogy and ensemble skills for student success when performing, including at UIL evaluations.Prepare individual students for success at individual auditions and competitions, including UIL and TMEA competitions.Collaborate with building Fine Arts staff and vertical staff.Maintain emotional control under stress.Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior.Maintain confidentiality.Work frequent prolonged and irregular hours.Collaborate in preparation of Non-Varsity and Varsity Ensembles for successful performances and competitions.Head Directors will be expected to mentor and train assistant director(s) when appropriate.Head Directors will be expected to manage the budget, fundraising, private lesson program, library, inventory, and instrumentation of program (where applicable).Head Directors will be expected to work with the booster club to implement approved goals (when applicable).Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.Working conditions include :
Tools / Equipment Used : Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipmentPosture : Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushingMotion : Frequent walkingLifting : Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds); may lift and move musical instrumentsEnvironment : Regular exposure to noiseMental Demands : Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent travel and frequent travel by school bus.Application information and requirements can be found on the school district's website.
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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