Location:
Danielson Middle SchoolPRIMARY PURPOSE:
To assist in the coordination and facilitation of the secondary band program so that each student is provided the opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Assist in directing middle school instrumental performers including concert band, soloists, and ensembles.
• Assist with band participation at extra-curricular events, including concerts, pep rallies, and UIL activities.
• Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.
• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and string all band equipment.
• Prepare subject matter according to guidelines established by TEA, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Comply with federal and state laws, SBEC rule, TEA and UIL rules, and board policy pertaining to band.
• Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Apply and enforce students discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance to ensure a consistent focus on student learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education/Certification/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate.
• For teachers providing English Language Arts Reading instruction as the teacher of record, ESL certification is required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of all UIL and TEA rules pertaining to band.
• Skill in instruction, public relations, leadership and managing budget and personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively; manage multiple priorities and projects; assess curriculum and instruction; interpret policy, procedures, and data; and willingness to advance knowledge by attending workshops, conventions, and staff development sessions.

Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands
The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions during portions of work day.
• Needs to move about inside the classroom or campus to monitor students as necessary.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
• Frequent moving of small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
• Occasional requires lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
• Ability to understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on short-term basis.
• Ability to make decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unit.
• Maintain composure and professionalism at all times.