What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Band Director (French Horn Specialist) position at Education Service Center, Region 2?
Job Title: Assistant Band Director
Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/ Professional
Reports to: Principal
Date Revised: 5/2026
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Primary Purpose
Assist the director with managing the instrumental music and band program at assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Help provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements. Assist in planning activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Demonstrated competency in instrumental music
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
Ability to develop budgets and manage funds
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to interpret data
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Experience
Three years teaching and band directing experience
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Instructional Strategies
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED)
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking/marching
Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds); may lift and move musical instruments
Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district and statewide travel
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Building/Campus High School
Additional Job Information
194 working days
Teacher Salary Schedule
Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/ Professional
Reports to: Principal
Date Revised: 5/2026
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Primary Purpose
Assist the director with managing the instrumental music and band program at assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Help provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements. Assist in planning activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Demonstrated competency in instrumental music
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
Ability to develop budgets and manage funds
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to interpret data
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Experience
Three years teaching and band directing experience
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Instructional Strategies
- Assist with directing high school/middle school instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloists, and ensembles.
- Assist with establishing performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student's eligibility to participate in band.
- Assist band director to provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades, and UIL.
- Assist with development and implementation plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
- Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
- Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of town events as requested by Band Director.
- Help support band booster club activities.
- Assist to 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.
- Assist with ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Be a positive role model for students and support mission of the school district.
- Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
- Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trip activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, material, and facilities.
- Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
- Assist with development and administration of the budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
- Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.
- Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.
- Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all instruments and equipment.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
- Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
- Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board policy in the band area.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED)
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking/marching
Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds); may lift and move musical instruments
Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district and statewide travel
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Building/Campus High School
Additional Job Information
194 working days
Teacher Salary Schedule