Band Director: Inspire Music Education & Growth

Greenville Public School District; Greenville (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenville Public School District in Greenville, Mississippi is hiring a Band Director for the 2026-2027 school year. Immediate opening, serves under the Superintendent and principals, focused on developing students’ musical skills and supporting district arts programs.

Candidates must hold certification or credential; duties include lesson planning, classroom management, and evaluating student progress per state standards, with professional responsibilities and regular reporting.

Qualifications

• Certificate, license, or other legal credential required
• Degree(s) required and area of major study

Responsibilities

• Attends to routine tasks during initial minutes of class
• Uses instructional time effectively / time on task
• Promotes a positive and safe classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Provides for smooth transition from one activity to another
• Maintains appropriate classroom behavior
• Maintains poise and self control
• Establishes high expectations for learners
• Promotes active learner participation
• Shows evidence of appropriate and positive student- teacher interaction
• Monitors access and usage of the internet
• Demonstrates knowledge of subject matter
• Accommodates individual differences and learning styles
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques or methods
• Communicates directions clearly
• Uses correct oral and written communication
• Uses technology and instructional aides effectively
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching and learning
• Addresses the varied achievement levels of students
• Demonstrates concern for students as individuals
• Documents instruction based on state frameworks
• Links state assessments to classroom instruction
• Uses a variety of evaluation methods
• Provides appropriate evaluation feedback to student, parents, and administrators in a timely manner
• Maintains records of student performance (grade books, progress reports, rubrics, benchmarks, etc.)
• Shows evidence of student growth based on the Mississippi testing program
• Incorporates test items that mimic the format of state test items
• Utilizes state writing rubrics to evaluate progress on written assignments
• Administers and reports progress on state practice tests as required
• Dresses in an appropriate and professional manner
• Arrives on time and remains until the designated time to leave for all assignments
• Complies with school policies, State Department of Education regulations, School Board policies, and supports the school system.
• Attends all meetings, workshops, and in-service training programs required by the school or district
• Demonstrates professional behavior at all times with the community, administrators, teachers, parents, and students
• Maintains equipment and fixed assets according to district policy
• Seeks professional development activities to address personal professional growth
• Promotes the district's vision, mission, and goals
• Performs others duties as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal, Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, and other supervisor

Job description

Greenville Public School District in Greenville, Mississippi is hiring a Band Director for the 2026-2027 school year. Immediate opening, serves under the Superintendent and principals, focused on developing students’ musical skills and supporting district arts programs.

Candidates must hold certification or credential; duties include lesson planning, classroom management, and evaluating student progress per state standards, with professional responsibilities and regular reporting.