What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrumental Music (Band) Teacher (6-12) / Head HS Band Director position at Quincy Public School District 172?
Instrumental Music (Band) Teacher – Grades 6-12/Head High School Band Director
- 2026-27 School Year
Qualifications:
- Must have Illinois Professional Educator License
- Must have Music Endorsement for grade level
- Instrumental Teaching Skills (Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion)
- Experience teaching middle and high school band
- Marching Band and Jazz Band experience
- Experience teaching music electives such as beginning guitar, music theory or music appreciation
Performance Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will exhibit the ability to:
- Collaborate with a team of instrumental band teachers to deliver 6th – 12th grade to lead and assist band instruction and direction.
- Direct QHS Concert Band(s) in instrumental performances including marching band, pep band, concert band, jazz band, soloists, and ensembles. Create marching band, drum line and pep band schedules in cooperation with Director of K-12 Music.
- Monitor and assess student musical growth.
- Create effective communication with students and parents.
- Build positive and collaborative relationships with fellow music teachers and a positive and energetic rapport with students and parents.
If you have questions, please contact:
Debbie Johnson Director of Music (217) 224-3774