Teacher Band - Grades 9-12 Band Director

Gwinnett County Public Schools; Georgia; On-site; USD 59,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett County Public Schools is seeking a Band Director for Grades 9-12 at Dacula High. The role involves planning learning experiences, evaluating resources, and ensuring effective instruction to enhance student learning. Candidates must meet Georgia certification requirements and possess a Bachelor's degree in education. Previous teaching experience is preferred. This position offers a competitive salary range and is essential for fostering a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Meets Georgia certification requirements.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan learning experiences based on district AKS curriculum.
• Evaluate and modify resources to match curriculum needs.
• Provide formative and summative assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of GCPS AKS curriculum

Effective instructional practices

Excellent communication skills

Ability to integrate technology

Human relations skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable field

Job description

Teacher Band - Grades 9-12 Band Director JobID: 98233

• Date Posted:
  5/12/2025
• Location:
  Dacula High
• Date Available:
  7/24/25

Job Code: Tchr Band - 060004
Standard Hours: 40
Department: Grades 9-12 - 101130
Empl Class: NA

Minimum Salary: $59,146.00/Annually
Maximum Salary: $112,000.00/Annually
Scheduled Days: 190
Target Openings: 1

Position Type: Teachers/ Tchr Band

License and Certification Qualifications: Meets Georgia certification requirements in appropriate field of education.

Education Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from a Professional Standards Commission (PSC) approved college or university required.

Experience Qualifications: Previous teaching experience preferred.

Skills Qualifications: Knowledge of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum with in-depth knowledge of content in field of certification; knowledge of techniques for integrating curriculum, GCPS policies, and effective instructional practices; ability to understand the teaching/learning process; ability to infuse technology into instruction to increase student learning; ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, and school-based staff, students, parents, and community; excellent oral and written communication skills; and effective human relations skills.

Primary Responsibilities: Plan for appropriate learning experiences for students based on the district AKS curriculum and provide an environment conducive to students' development.

1. Demonstrate command of school subject being taught.
2. Develop and prioritize instructional objectives based on district AKS curriculum, including identifying prerequisite skills, planning instruction, analyzing student work, and preparing lesson plans.
3. Evaluate, select, and modify resources and activities to match curriculum and student needs.
4. Provide clear lesson focus, link content to students’ prior knowledge, and engage students actively.
5. Organize content for presentation, following research-based organizational plans.
6. Utilize effective instructional strategies and methods, assess student learning, and provide feedback.
7. Provide formative and summative assessments, maintain records, and communicate results.
8. Organize the learning environment to maximize student engagement and manage behavior effectively.
9. Participate in professional development and maintain professional responsibilities, acting as a role model.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands: Frequently sit, talk, hear, stand, walk; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, lift up to 25 pounds; specific vision abilities required.

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