Assistant Band Director - KMS and KHS

Assistant Band Director - KMS and KHS
Krum ISD Krum High School – Krum, Texas

Job Details
Job ID: 5728566 | Application Deadline: Posted until filled | Posted: May 20, 2026 7:06 PM (UTC)

Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Band Director
Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/ Professional
Reports to: Principal
Date Revised: 2/26/26
Dept./School: High School

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at the assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Demonstrated competency in instrumental music

Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automatic external defibrillator (AED) certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Ability to interpret data

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience

Student teaching or approved internship and band directing experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Strategies

Direct instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloists, and ensembles.

Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student's eligibility to participate in band.

Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades, and UIL.

Support band booster club activities.

Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.

Student Growth and Development

Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

Be a positive role model for students and support mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Budget and Inventory

Develop and administer budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.

Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.

Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.

Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all instruments and equipment.

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents required.

Professional Growth and Development

Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board policy in the band area.

Personnel Management

Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assistant band directors.

Other

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Monitor the performance of assistant band director.

Tools/Equipment Used
Personal computer and peripherals;standard instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED)

Posture
Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion
Frequent walking/marching

Lifting
Regular moderate lifting and carrying (1544 pounds); may lift and move musical instruments

Environment
Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise

Mental Demands
Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district and statewide travel

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type
Full‑time

Contact Information

Robert Butler , HR

1200 Bobcat Blvd.

Krum, Texas 76249

Phone: 940-482-6000

Email: robert.butler@krumisd.net

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