Head Orchestra Director & Music Educator

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District in Houston seeks a Music Teacher - Head Orchestra Director to lead the orchestral program, design engaging classroom experiences, and develop students' performance skills.

The role emphasizes selection of instruments for beginners, ensemble placement, and ongoing assessment of student progress, with collaboration with the Director of Performing Arts and school administration.

Strong leadership, organization, and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate or teaching certificate from out of state appropriate for the position.
• Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain an environment conducive to learning; evaluate student playing abilities and place them in appropriate orchestra ensembles.
• Organize and implement all aspects of the instrument selection process for beginning orchestra students.
• Stay informed of rules and regulations for contests in which students and orchestras participate and communicate them to appropriate persons.
• Continuously improve instructional quality through self‑evaluation and adoption of new teaching techniques.
• Enhance the image of the orchestra department by exhibiting professionalism toward school personnel and the community.
• Assume responsibility for all instruments and equipment assigned to the program.
• Communicate all matters relating to the operation of the orchestra program to the Director of Performing Arts and Building Principal.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Student management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching certificate

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District in Houston seeks a Music Teacher - Head Orchestra Director to lead the orchestral program, design engaging classroom experiences, and develop students' performance skills.

The role emphasizes selection of instruments for beginners, ensemble placement, and ongoing assessment of student progress, with collaboration with the Director of Performing Arts and school administration.

Strong leadership, organization, and communication are essential.