Assistant Band Director 2026-27
Young World Physical Education, Granbury, TX, United States
Job Description
***GRANBURY ISD requires three references from former employers, college professors, supervisors, etc. with at least a minimum of two references being from previous supervisors. Granbury ISD will not accept references from friends or family members.***
CONTRACT DAYS:
187 Days
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Direct and manage the overall program of instrumental music for the school. Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements. Plan activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate.
Knowledge of overall operations of an instrumental music program.
Ability to manage budget and personnel.
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band.
CDL license.
Three years teaching and band directing experience.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Teach instrument classes.
Direct instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloist, and ensembles.
Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements and verify student eligibility to participate in band.
Provide band participation at extracurricular events including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades and UIL activities.
Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
Implement policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, UIL rules, and board policy in band and instruction area.
Support band booster club activities.
Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine program effectiveness and ensure continuous program renewal responsive to student needs.
Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
Represent the school system to the community in a positive professional way.
Ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are well managed.
Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
Recommend policies to improve the program.
Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within the department.
Oversee cleaning, repairing and storing band equipment.
Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assistant band directors.
Exemplify high standards of ethical conduct as described in board policy.
Observe professional and ethical standards, in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Professional Educator Code of Ethics.
Use professional information discreetly and judiciously.
Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the principal.
Working Conditions Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), interpret policy and data, coordinate district functions and maintain emotional control under stress.
Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:
Frequent district and occasional statewide travel, frequent prolonged and irregular hours; outdoors and indoors work; exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather.
District Benefits
Medical Insurance: TRS-Active Care/Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Supplemental Voluntary Health & Life Insurance Products.
District Paid $25,000 Life Insurance.
State Personal Leave Days.
Local Sick Leave Days.
Texas Teachers Retirement System.
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CONTRACT DAYS:
187 Days
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Direct and manage the overall program of instrumental music for the school. Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements. Plan activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate.
Knowledge of overall operations of an instrumental music program.
Ability to manage budget and personnel.
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band.
CDL license.
Three years teaching and band directing experience.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Teach instrument classes.
Direct instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloist, and ensembles.
Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements and verify student eligibility to participate in band.
Provide band participation at extracurricular events including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades and UIL activities.
Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
Implement policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, UIL rules, and board policy in band and instruction area.
Support band booster club activities.
Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine program effectiveness and ensure continuous program renewal responsive to student needs.
Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
Represent the school system to the community in a positive professional way.
Ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are well managed.
Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
Recommend policies to improve the program.
Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within the department.
Oversee cleaning, repairing and storing band equipment.
Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assistant band directors.
Exemplify high standards of ethical conduct as described in board policy.
Observe professional and ethical standards, in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Professional Educator Code of Ethics.
Use professional information discreetly and judiciously.
Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the principal.
Working Conditions Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), interpret policy and data, coordinate district functions and maintain emotional control under stress.
Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:
Frequent district and occasional statewide travel, frequent prolonged and irregular hours; outdoors and indoors work; exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather.
District Benefits
Medical Insurance: TRS-Active Care/Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Supplemental Voluntary Health & Life Insurance Products.
District Paid $25,000 Life Insurance.
State Personal Leave Days.
Local Sick Leave Days.
Texas Teachers Retirement System.
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