Secondary Band Teacher

 Secondary Band Teacher

Hobbs Middle School & Shelley High School (Shelley, ID)

Full-time (1.0 FTE) certified staff contract; requires occasional evening and weekend commitments for games, concerts, and competitions.

Shelley School District is seeking a dedicated, energetic, and passionate Secondary Band Teacher to direct and grow our instrumental music programs across both Hobbs Middle School and Shelley High School. The ideal candidate will inspire a love for music, foster artistic and technical excellence, and maintain a supportive, disciplined performing arts culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Instruction & Curriculum: Design and deliver comprehensive instrumental music instruction for middle school (grades 6–8) and high school (grades 9–12) students, encompassing beginning, intermediate, and advanced band ensembles.
• Performance Ensembles: Direct school performance groups, which may include Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Marching Band, Pep Band, and Jazz Ensemble.
• Concerts & Events: Coordinate, rehearse, and manage seasonal concerts, community performances, pep band performances at athletic games, and district/state music festivals or competitions.
• Classroom Management: Establish a positive, structured, and inclusive environment conducive to group music rehearsals and individual artistic growth.
• Instrument & Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the care, inventory, repair, and storage of school-owned instruments, sheet music, uniforms, and sound equipment.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work collaboratively with district staff, administration, fine arts colleagues, and parents. Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress and upcoming events.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Music Education (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Certification: Valid Idaho Standard Instructional Certificate with a Music K-12 endorsement (or eligibility to obtain Idaho certification prior to employment).
• Skills & Experience:
  • Demonstrated skill in conducting, instrumental pedagogy (woodwind, brass, and percussion), and rehearsal techniques.
  • Experience with marching band drills and pep band repertoire preferred.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management abilities.
  • Ability to motivate students of varying skill levels and backgrounds.

Open until filled