Band Director

Position Type:
Jr/Sr High School Teaching/Music - Band

Date Posted:
6/4/2026

Location:
West Lafayette Junior-Senior High School

Date Available:
08/04/2026

District:
West Lafayette Community School District
BAND DIRECTOR

REPORTS TO:

Intermediate & Junior-Senior High School Administration
PAY TYPE:

Contract, Non-Supervisory
PAY RATE:

Based upon the WLCSC Master Teacher Contract (see attachment)
BENEFITS:

Eligible (see attachment)
SCHEDULE:

183 Days; Follows school calendar

This position will remain posted until filled. All qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate wind, brass, and percussion music instruction for intermediate (5-6) and junior-senior high school (7-12) students, in collaboration with fellow music educators
Prepare students for performances and school events while fostering musical growth through a variety of instructional approaches and materials
Maintain regular communication with students, families, and staff regarding classroom activities, student progress, and upcoming events and performances using appropriate platforms
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Education, Training, and Experience Required:

Bachelor's Degree
Valid Indiana Secondary Teacher's License in Fine Arts - Instrumental & General Music P-12 Education or pending licensure
Displays excellent communication skills and professional demeanor
Experience working in a school environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:

Displays positive and enthusiastic attitude
Ability to work as a team with other staff
Ability to work collaboratively with a dynamic and diverse educational community
Experience with blended, project-based teaching methodologies and technology-based instruction
Displays dependability and punctuality
Preferred willingness to sponsor an extracurricular group/team

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position works indoors in a typical school classroom environment
May work near others, often within a few feet
May occasionally be exposed to noise levels that are distracting

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically outlined in this description. This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of West Lafayette Community School Corporation.

Attachment(s):

2025-2027 Master Teacher Contract
2026 Certified Rate Sheet
2026 WLCSC Benefit Guide