Assistant Band Director

Springtown Independent School District, Springtown High School – Springtown, Texas.

Assistant Band Director
Job Details
Job ID:

5751212

Application Deadline:

Jul 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Jun 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jul 27, 2026

Position Type:

Full-Time

Primary Purpose
Assist the director with managing 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
Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Demonstrated competency in instrumental music

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules

Ability to develop budgets and manage funds

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Ability to interpret data

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Student teaching or approved internship experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Strategies

Assist with directing instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloists, and ensembles

Assist with establishing performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in band

Assist band director to provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades, and UIL

Assist with development and implementation 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

Student Growth and Development

Assist with 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 trip activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events

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

Communication

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

Budget and Inventory

Assist with development and administration of the 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

Other

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors
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 (15–44 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

Job Requirements

Bachelor degree preferred

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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