High School & Middle School Band Instructor

Isd740; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Melrose Area Public Schools is seeking a High School / Middle School Band Instructor to join the music department for the 2027–28 school year. The candidate will direct both middle and high school concert bands and prepare students for performances in concerts, festivals, and community events.

The role emphasizes developing musical skills, building confidence, and creating an inclusive, collaborative culture within the band program while exploring innovative programming and leadership

Qualifications

• Holds or is eligible for Minnesota licensure in K–12 Music/Band.
• Strong understanding of instrumental music instruction and effective rehearsal practices.
• Builds positive relationships and enjoys working with middle and high school students.
• Organized, collaborative, and committed to student success.

Responsibilities

• Direct middle school and high school concert band experiences.
• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction that builds musical skills and confidence.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging culture within the band program.
• Prepare students for concerts, festivals, community performances, and other musical opportunities.
• Collaborate with other music staff and colleagues to provide a cohesive K–12 music experience.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the community.
• Encourage students to pursue musical excellence while maintaining a healthy balance of challenge, enjoyment, and participation.
• Support and continue the traditions that make the Melrose band program successful.
• Explore opportunities to expand or enhance the program through creative programming, new performance opportunities, student leadership, technology, contemporary music, small ensembles, or other areas that match the interests and strengths of the successful candidate.

Skills

Instrumental music instruction

Rehearsal practices

Relationship building

Collaboration

Creativity in teaching

Education

Minnesota K-12 Music/Band licensure or eligible

Job description

Position open until filled.

Melrose Area Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic, student-centered High School / Middle School Band Instructor to join our music department beginning with the 2027–28 school year.

Our band program is well established and supported by a strong tradition of student participation, musical performance, and community involvement. We are looking for an educator who will value that tradition while bringing new ideas, creativity, energy, and a vision for the continued growth of the program.

The successful candidate will:

• Direct middle school and high school concert band experiences.
• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction that builds musical skills and confidence.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging culture within the band program.
• Prepare students for concerts, festivals, community performances, and other musical opportunities.
• Collaborate with other music staff and colleagues to provide a cohesive K–12 music experience.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the community.
• Encourage students to pursue musical excellence while maintaining a healthy balance of challenge, enjoyment, and participation.
• Support and continue the traditions that make the Melrose band program successful.
• Explore opportunities to expand or enhance the program through creative programming, new performance opportunities, student leadership, technology, contemporary music, small ensembles, or other areas that match the interests and strengths of the successful candidate.

We are seeking a music educator who:

• Holds or is eligible for Minnesota licensure in K–12 Music/Band or the appropriate teaching license.
• Has a strong understanding of instrumental music instruction and effective rehearsal practices.
• Builds positive relationships and enjoys working with middle and high school students.
• Is organized, collaborative, and committed to student success.
• Brings enthusiasm and creativity to the classroom and rehearsal setting.
• Appreciates the value of a well-established program while being willing to explore new possibilities and ideas.
• Is committed to creating a band environment where students want to participate, improve, perform, and belong.