What are the responsibilities and job description for the HS Jazz Band Director position at High School Activities/Athletics?
TITLE: HS Jazz Band Director
POSTION TYPE: INST
STIPEND AMOUNT: $3538.00
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
1. Bachelor of Music Education
2. Experience with a secondary school jazz ensemble. Student teaching experience is acceptable.
3. Working knowledge of all instruments used in a traditional jazz ensemble.
Desired:
1. Experience conducting a secondary school jazz ensemble.
2. Knowledge of jazz and improvisation pedagogy.
3. Ability to demonstrate all instruments in the ensemble as needed.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Conduct and administer performances and rehearsals of a high school jazz band.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Conduct a minimum of three jazz band concerts during the school year and other applicable events.
2. Support and attend all district high school jazz events.
3. Attend and participate in contests, festivals, and other events as designated by curriculum coordinator.
4. Organize transportation for events as necessary.
5. Acquire concert space and necessary performance resources (mics, chairs, stands, etc.).
6. Submit concert dates to curriculum coordinator for approval in coordination with building administration. October 15th is the submission deadline.
7. Submit reports and activity checklists to building and district administration as requested.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):
1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned
5. 8.Attend district-wide meetings as requested
DEPARTMENT: Activities Department
REPORTS TO: Activities Director/Building Administrator
EVALUATES: N/A
BARGAINING GROUP: N/A
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
FT/PT: Part time
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sitting, standing, walking
WORKING CONDITIONS: Inside or outside, depending on activity
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Approved By: Lillie Noland
Date: 05/23/2025
All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.
