****Note - Assistant Band Director Job Description is directly below the Middle School Band Director Job Description**** Job Title: Middle School Band DirectorReports to: Principal/Director of Fine ArtsDept./School: Middle School and High School AssignedWage/Hour Status: ExemptPay Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule/187 DaysDate Revised: 11/12/2018 Primary Purpose:Direct and manage the overall program of instrumental music for the district. 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 universityValid Texas teaching certificate in Secondary Music Special Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music programAbility to manage budget and personnelKnowledge of state and UIL policies governing bandAbility to interpret policy, procedures, and dataStrong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Experience:Experience being a band director preferred but not required Major Responsibilities and Duties: Program PlanningDirect middle school instrumental performers, including concert band, soloists, ensembles and assist high school band to include the summer marching band activities and rehearsals Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in band. Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades, and UIL activities. Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board policy in the band area. Support band booster club 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. Recommend policies to improve program. Budget and InventoryEnsure that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely. Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs. Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds. Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets within department. Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all band equipment. InstructionDevelop and implement plans for instrumental music program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, 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. 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. Student ManagementApply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. CommunicationEstablish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers. Maintain professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members. Personnel ManagementAssist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assistant band directors as applicable. OtherRegular attendance Supervisory Responsibilities:Monitor the performance of assistant band director as applicable. Working Conditions:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district and occasional statewide travel; prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor and indoor work; exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather.**************************************************************************************************** Job Title: Assistant Secondary Band DirectorReports to: Head Band Director/Principal/Director of Fine ArtsDept. /School: Campus(es) AssignedWage/Hour Status: ExemptPay Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule-Based on StepDate Revised: 11/12/18 Primary Purpose:Assist in the direction and management of the overall program of instrumental music for the campus. 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 universityValid Texas teaching certificate Special Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music programKnowledge of state and UIL policies governing bandAbility to interpret policy, procedures, and dataStrong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Major Responsibilities and Duties:Program Planning Assist in the direction of school instrumental performers, including marching band, summer marching band, orchestra (if required), concert band, soloists, and ensembles. Assist in establishing performance requirements, enforcing academic requirements, and verifying each student’s eligibility to participate in band. Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades, and UIL activities. Assist in arranging transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board policy in the band area. Support band booster club 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. Budget and Inventory Ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed wisely. Assist in the budgeting and cost estimates based on documented program needs. Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds. Assist in the maintenance of maintaining current inventory of all fixed assets within department; including overseeing the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all band equipment. Instruction Develop and implement plans for instrumental music program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, 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. 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. Student Management Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Communication Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers. Maintain professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members. Other Regular attendance. Supervisory Responsibilities:None Working Conditions:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district and occasional statewide travel; prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor and indoor 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 and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice. The district Title IX Coordinator is Dayna Hardaway, Director of HR, 1104 Broad St., Wichita Falls, TX 76307 940-235-1029 Questions regarding posted positions should be addressed to human resources 940-235-1012.