Band Director (9 months - 187 days)

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools in Athens, Alabama, is seeking a highly qualified Teacher - Band Director for a 9-month position. The role reports to the Principal and follows the TA salary schedule.

You will lead band instruction, develop students' musical skills, and participate in school activities while upholding district policies and state standards. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, Alabama certification, and commitment to ethical teaching and safe, engaged classrooms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited institution.
• State of Alabama certification or eligibility in the appropriate area.
• Must meet highly qualified status per Alabama DOE if applicable.
• Must pass background clearance per Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Uphold school rules, regulations, and Board policies.
• Collaborate with staff through meetings, conferences, and committee work.
• Avoid any other employment which interferes with duties.
• Adhere to the Code of Ethics for teachers.
• Follow approved curriculum and textbooks; obtain approvals for other materials.
• Foster student attitudes toward citizenship, self-discipline, morality, and patriotism.
• Prepare for classes and maintain records as required.

Skills

Child development

Curriculum knowledge

Educational research

Technology basics

Learning styles

Oral & written communication

Planning activities

Assessing student progress

Student supervision

Team collaboration

Dexterity in fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Alabama teaching certification eligibility

Job description

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Band Director (9 months - 187 days)

FLSA: Exempt

SALARY SCHEDULE: TA

REPORTS TO: Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system’s approved compensation plan.
2. The length of the work year and the hours of employment shall be as established by the system.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution.
2. Certified (or eligible for a certificate) by the State of Alabama in the appropriate area.
3. Must meet highly qualified status as determined by the Alabama State Department of Education if appropriate.
4. Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Understand and assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board of Education policies.
2. Participate in the efficient and effective operation of the school and school system. Such participation shall include teachers in consultation through meetings, conferences, and committee responsibilities.
3. Accept no other employment which interferes with the efficient and effective discharge of teacher duties and responsibilities.
4. To abide by the standards established for teachers' professional and personal conduct by the printed and published Code of Ethics.
5. To follow the courses of study approved by the State Board of Education and curriculum guides and textbooks approved and adopted by the Athens City Board of Education. Other material used for instructional purposes must be approved by the principal or designee.
6. To assist in fostering student attitudes through teaching, in all activities of the school program, the values of citizenship, self-discipline, morality, and patriotism.
7. Report for duty at least fifteen minutes before the opening of school and remain at least fifteen minutes after the close of school.
8. Meet and instruct assigned classes at the designated locations and times.
9. Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning, within the limits of the resources provided and appropriate to students' interests and maturity.
10. Establish and maintain appropriate classroom discipline and assist staff in establishing and maintaining discipline in the school environment.
11. Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon the principal's request.
12. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, board policy, and administrative regulation.
13. Evaluate student progress on a regular basis and in accordance with the system's established procedures.
14. Seek the assistance of specialists as needed and make referrals when appropriate.
15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to safeguard all equipment, materials, and facilities.
16. Make reasonable provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day. Procedures for such conferences will be mutually agreed upon by faculty and administration.
17. Work with other staff members in planning school activities, instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
18. Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
19. All teachers participate in extracurricular activities as mutually agreed upon by faculty and administration.
20. Attend and participate regularly in faculty meetings.
21. Maintain a professional, cooperative working relationship with parents and the community.
22. Promote good public relations for the school and the school system with the general public.
23. Maintain and improve professional competence.
24. Perform other related duties during school, as necessary for the safe and effective operation of the school, when requested by the principal.
25. Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of child development, and especially of the characteristics of students in the age group assigned.
2. Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum.
3. Knowledge of current educational research.
4. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology.
5. Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods to address student learning styles.
6. Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents, and others.
7. Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness.
8. Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively, analyze test results, and prescribe actions for improvement.
9. Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.
10. Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, and others.
11. Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, high-intensity work environment.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.