Stage Band Director: Mentor to Student Musicians

Proviso Township High Schools; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 3,000 - 7,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend per district schedule

Job summary

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 seeks a Stage Band Director to organize, supervise, and promote student band activities in alignment with district goals. You will mentor students, liaise between staff and administration, and ensure a safe, engaging extracurricular experience at Proviso West High School.

The role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and collaboration with teachers and students.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students in a school setting.
• Willingness to take responsibility for all duties associated with the position.
• Possession of an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Substitute Teaching License.
• Educator-related certification (e.g., Counselor, Psychologist, Social Worker).

Responsibilities

• Provide active and effective supervision for all club-related activities, including meetings, events, field trips, and practices, ensuring student safety and compliance with school conduct and safety protocols.
• Ensure all off-campus activities are approved through district procedures and that appropriate permission slips and transportation arrangements are completed in compliance with Board policy.
• As a mandated reporter under Illinois law, comply with all training and reporting obligations pursuant to 325 ILCS 5/4 and Board policy.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise related to the activity by preparing students for participation, clearly defining expectations and responsibilities, and offering constructive feedback to support their development.
• Guide students in planning and executing meaningful, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate activities that align with the club's mission and school values.
• Coordinate logistics and facility usage with appropriate school personnel and departments to ensure well-organized and safe events.
• Use feedback and participation data to inform program decisions, continuously striving to improve the quality and impact of the club or activity.
• Promote student involvement by modeling positive interpersonal relationships and encouraging respectful interactions among students and between students and adults.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Responsibility

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Substitute Teaching License

Educator-Related Certification

Job description

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 seeks a Stage Band Director to organize, supervise, and promote student band activities in alignment with district goals. You will mentor students, liaise between staff and administration, and ensure a safe, engaging extracurricular experience at Proviso West High School.

The role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and collaboration with teachers and students.