7838-High School Orchestra Director

JOB TITLE : Director Orchestra
DUTY DAYS : 187 Days
PAY GRADE : T07-T08
SALARY SCHEDULE : Click for Salary Schedule

Primary Purpose : To create a flexible and meaningful music program and to plan instruction to enable students to benefit from musical experiences. To promote a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth. To motivate pupils to develop musical skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for all learning, in accordance with each student’s ability. To establish good relationships with parents and other staff members. To help students develop appropriate social skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible citizens.

Qualifications

Degree and/or certification to meet TEA requirements

Special Knowledge and Skills

Reasoning ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and TEA policies

Ability to read, analyze, interpret instructional materials

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program, plan and implement lessons based on objectives, needs and abilities of students

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skills in oral and written communication

Organizational skills to manage classroom behavior, routines, and procedures

Thorough knowledge of all orchestra instruments

Ability to demonstrate correct sound production

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintain a thorough and extensive knowledge of the assigned teaching field/level

Teach TEA/District/Campus approved curriculum

Meet and instruction assigned classes in the designated locations and times

Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students with challenging and varied interactive strategies/activities

Create a classroom environment that is attractive and conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students

Provide students with opportunities to perform and demonstrate their musical skills and knowledge

Guide students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior that conform to district policy and encourage self‑discipline

Steer the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc.; communicate these objectives to students

Diagnose learning styles of students and teach to all modalities

Evaluate students’ academic and social growth with a fair and impartial attitude, keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports

Be available to students, parents and staff for education‑related purposes outside the instructional day

Initiate and encourage communication between home and school and interpret the school program and district policy to the community

Understand and support administrative decisions, guidelines and instructions; assist in formulating campus and district policies when requested

Maintain a current inventory of all pianos, textbooks, music, uniforms, metronomes, computers, audio/visual aids, video cameras, records, CDs, sound equipment, tape recorders and all other equipment belonging to the fine arts department

Maintain records for and spending of budget for repair, supplies and sheet music

Develop a public relations program that keeps the public aware of the program’s accomplishments and endeavors

Maintain a current edition of the U.I.L Constitution and Rules and have a thorough understanding of all related rules, regulations and dates that pertain to the programs

Be aware of any health problems that students may have and ensure activities required of the student do not adversely affect their health

Ensure each student in the program completes, has parent or guardian sign, and returns a medical release/information form

Be responsible for all eligibility checks as required by U.I.L and PISD

Encourage students to participate in all areas of competition as it relates to the program

Supervise students after all activities until all have left the area

Assist the lead director with classes/performing groups as requested

Work cooperatively with intermediate directors to promote long‑range experience for students

Perform other duties as assigned by the principal/director of fine arts

Working Conditions
Mental Demands : Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors : Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; steady phone interactions; moderate standing, walking and bending.

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