Assistant Band Director

PRIMARY PURPOSE :

Direct and manage the overall program of instrumental music for the school. Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements.

Plan activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Certification :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Knowledge of overall operations of an instrumental music program

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band

Experience :

Three years teaching and band directing experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

Instruction

1. Teach instrument classes

Program Management

2. Direct instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloist and ensembles.

3. Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements and verify student's eligibility to participate in band

4. Provide for band participation at extracurricular events including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades and UIL activities.

5. Arrange transportation, lodging and meals for out-of-town events.

6. Implement the policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules and board policy in the area of band and instruction.

7. Support band booster club activities

8. Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.

Student Management

9. Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and the student handbook

10. Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips.

Communication

11. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers

12. Represent the school system to the community in a positive, professional way.

Administration

13. Ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are well managed.

14. Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.

15. Recommend policies to improve the program.

16. Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within the department.

17. Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing and storing all band equipment.

Personnel Management

18. Assist with the recruitment, selection, training, supervision and evaluation of assistant band directors.

Professional

19. Exemplify high standards of eithical conduct as described in board policy.

20. Observe professional and ethical standards, in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Professional Educator Code of Ethics.

21. Use professional information discreetly and judiciously.

22. Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the principal.

23. Exemplify high standards of ethical conduct as described in board policy.

WORKING CONDITIONS : Mental Demands :

Mental Demands :

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy and data; coordinate district functions and maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Frequent district and occasional statewide travel, frequent prolonged and irregular hours; outdoors and indoors work; exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

District Benefits :

Medical Insurance : TRS-Active Care / Blue Cross Blue Shield

Supplemental Voluntary Health & Life Insurance Products

District Paid $25,000 Life Insurance

State Personal Leave Days

Local Sick Leave Days

Texas Teachers Retirement System