BAND DIRECTOR

Post ISD; Post (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Post ISD is seeking a dynamic band director to lead the district's band program. The successful candidate will guide performances and ensure compliance with UIL and TEA requirements, while fostering a positive learning environment.

The role involves developing programming, supervising staff, budgeting, and building strong relationships with students, parents, and the community to sustain a tradition of educational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and plan all band programming, events, and performances; manage band staff; ensure compliance with district policies
• Present instruction with strategies, activities, and assessments to meet students' learning needs
• Create and maintain a learning-focused environment with student safety as a priority
• Manage budget allotments and maintain inventory of department assets
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and the community using effective communication
• Participate in professional development and keep up-to-date curriculum knowledge for the content area

Job description

Post ISD is seeking a dynamic, passionate band director to join our staff. Post ISD has a deep tradition of success in band and is looking for the right candidate to continue that success. The ideal candidate will possess a deep love for students and a relentless pursuit of educational excellence.

Come experience life off the Caprock. Post, TX, is home to approximately 5,000 of the friendliest people you will ever meet. The quaint downtown area features many fine clothing boutiques, contemporary gifts and home furnishings shops, and antique stores. From the award-winning Post Stampede Rodeo in August to our Christmas Parade to the Fourth of July celebration, there is always something to do. Teaching in Post means you get to enjoy being a part of our Bold Gold Family, which means you're part of our community.

Don’t miss an opportunity to join an amazing group of educators as they lay the foundation for student success in a school district that is committed to creating learning environments in which all students can thrive.

Primary Purpose:

• Direct and manage the overall band program for the District
• Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities in accordance with all District, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop and plan all aspects of programming, including participation in band events and performances; management of all personnel associated with the band program; and compliance with District policies and Administrative Guidelines
• Present appropriate instruction, including strategies, activities, and assessments, to address the students' learning needs
• Create and maintain an environment conducive to learning, with student safety as a priority
• Manage budget allotments and maintain a current inventory of all assets within the department
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and the community, including the use of effective communication skills
• Participate in professional development and maintain current knowledge of curriculum practices related to the content area