BAND DIRECTOR

La Pryor ISD; La Pryor (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

La Pryor ISD seeks a dedicated instrumental music director to lead the campus band program, guiding students through learning activities that foster intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. This role includes overseeing the program's curriculum, rehearsals, and performance opportunities.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, a valid Texas teaching certificate, proven instrumental music competency, and current CPR/AED certification; experience with budgeting and personnel is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate.
• Demonstrated competency in instrumental music.
• CPR and AED certification from a recognized organization and maintained while in position.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at the campus.
• Provide appropriate learning activities and experiences to support student growth.
• Offer opportunities to participate in extracurricular band activities.
• Develop competencies and skills for success in society; manage budget and personnel as needed.

Skills

Budget management

Curriculum & instruction

UIL policies knowledge

Student management

Communication & interpersonal skills

Public relations

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Instrumental music competency

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at assigned the 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.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Demonstrated competency in instrumental music
• Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or similar nationally recognized association (to be maintained while holding the position)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to interpret data
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Student teaching or approved internship and band directing experience

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