Immediate High School Band Teacher / Director

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary of $50,000

Individual health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

403(b) retirement program with company match

Individualized coaching and professional development for lead teachers

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Jacksonville is seeking an Immediate High School Band Teacher/Director. This role involves teaching high school students, coordinating performances, and developing the band program, including a marching band and jazz ensemble. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, relevant teaching certification, and experience in teaching. A commitment to educational equity is essential.

Qualifications

• At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track record of high achievement.
• Two or more years of high school band experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with high school jazz band, ensemble, or marching band is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct high school students across grade levels and sections.
• Coordinate and supervise band performances.
• Ensure access to instruments for all students.
• Collaborate with the electives department.

Skills

High expectations

Growth mindset

Commitment to team

Trust

Joy

Sustainability

Racial and educational equity commitment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification (Music K-12)

Job description

Immediate High School Band Teacher / Director

Join our KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools team as an Immediate High School Band Teacher / Director. This role focuses on teaching high school students across grade levels, coordinating performances, and expanding the band program.

Job Description

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks a high school band teacher to join our school team as soon as possible. The band teacher will instruct students across grade levels and sections. Some continuing students from a KIPP middle school will have a foundation in band instruction, while new students may not have been exposed to band instruction. The band teacher will coordinate and supervise performances, inventory instruments, and ensure that all students have access to an instrument. As the school grows, the vision for the band includes a marching band, a jazz ensemble, and a drumline.

The band teacher will have a vision for band performances that they plan and run smoothly. This position works closely with the electives department. Teachers are responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with their team, building relationships with families, and fulfilling other duties as assigned. Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by the school leader.

Please note the location of Bold City High School is the McDuff campus located at 1440 McDuff Avenue North.

Compensation And Benefits

• Starting salary for a first‑year lead teacher is $50,000
• Access to individual health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)
• Access to individual short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement program with a company match
• Individualized coaching and professional development for all lead teachers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification (Music K-12)
• At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track record of high achievement in the classroom
• Embodies KIPP core values—high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability
• Deep commitment to racial and educational equity for all children
• Passing a background check, as required by law

Highly Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of high school band experience
• Experience with high school jazz band, ensemble, or marching band

Application Information

Please complete an application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered who submit resumes through other channels. Apply here.

Questions

For questions about this position, email Jessica at [e-mail]. Resumes and cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website.

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.