Job Title:  Assistant Middle School/High School Band Director- anticipated opening

Campus:   Troup Middle School

Length of Work Year:  205 Days

Position Purpose:

Assist with the direction and manage the overall program of instrumental music (band) 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 in music from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate in secondary music

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program

Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band

Ability to implement policy, procedures and data

Ability to manage budget

Strong instructional communication, public relations, organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills

Willingness to advance knowledge by attending workshops, conventions and staff development sessions

Adept in brass, woodwind and percussion pedagogy

Experience:

Previous band directing experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Planning

1. Engage and plan with high school director to align programmatic curricular and extra-curricular activities with the band cluster
2. Work with teachers 5-12 to promote and encourage student participation in the band program
3. Assist with and direct middle school instrumental performers, including beginner, intermediate and advanced bands, soloists, ensembles and competition groups
4. Assist with establishing performance requirements, enforcing academic requirements and verifying each student’s eligibility to participate in band
5. Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, pep rallies, parades and UIL activities
6. Assist in the arrangement of transportation, lodging and meals for out-of-town events
7. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education (SBEC) rules, UIL rules and board policy in the band area
8. 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
9. Assist with the design and implementation of plans for recruitment and retention of students
10. Recommend policies to improve program
11. Support Band Booster Club activities

Budget and Inventory

1. Ensure that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely
2. Assist with fundraising activities and managing funds
3. Assist with maintaining current inventory of all fixed assets within department
4. Assist with the process of cleaning, repairing and storing all band equipment

Instruction

1. Assist with the development and implementation of plans for instrumental music program and show written evidence of preparation as required
2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences
3. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative regulations
4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
5. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing
6. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students
7. Actively participate in district and area music events, including festivals, Pre-UIL events and UIL/TMEA events

Student Management

1. Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
2. Accompany and supervise students on all trips
3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities

Communication

1. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers
2. Maintain professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members
3. Work to provide campus, district and community awareness of band activities and performances

Personnel Management

1. Assist with recruiting, supervising and evaluating private lesson instructors for campus

Supervisory Responsibilities

1. Perform other duties as assigned by head band director or administration

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Ability to maintain emotional control under stress

Available for frequent in-district and occasional state-wide travel

Available to work prolonged and irregular hours

Perform outdoor and indoor work

Experience exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather

Application Procedures:

            Complete on-line application at www.troupisd.org; attach cover letter, resume, transcripts and references.  All inquiries and requests for assistance should be directed to:

             Robert Castillo at (903)842-3065 or rcastillo@troupisd.org

An Equal Opportunity Employer