Garden City High School Assistant Band Director

Position Overview

This role involves assisting with daily instruction, rehearsals, performances, and administrative responsibilities while helping students develop musical excellence, discipline, and teamwork.The Assistant Director also leads Symphonic Band and Jazz Band II.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Head Band Director with rehearsals for Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Band I, and Jazz Band III
Direct Symphonic Band and Jazz Band II
Select repertoire and develop rehearsal plans for Symphonic Band and Jazz Band II
Teach sectional rehearsals and small group lessons
Support marching band instruction, including drill, music, and visual performance
Help run sound mixing for front ensemble during performances
Help plan, organize, and attend concerts, competitions, and school events
Assist with grading, rehearsal planning, and student assessments
Help manage inventory, equipment, uniforms, and music library
Share director responsibilities for pep band during basketball season
Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and administration
Qualifications

Strong knowledge of woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments
Ability to assist with marching band instruction (drill, fundamentals, and visual performance)
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with high school band programs
Background in marching band
Brass instrument expertise

**Note - Summer MB Dates:

July 14, 16 - Marching Band Pre-season

July 20-24 - Marching Band Camp