Band Director - Secondary

Band Teacher – Secondary

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Monticello High School

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Full Time (1.0 FTE)

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Position available: August 24, 2026

Job ID: 2753 – Band Director – Secondary

Centrally located on Interstate 94 less than 25 miles northwest of Maple Grove and 30 miles southeast of Saint Cloud, Monticello is home to five brick-and-mortar schools and two nature-based facilities serving more than 4,000 students annually. The district consistently ranks among the top 50 school districts in the state, as measured by a variety of organization and metrics, and performs above the state average in graduation rates, test scores, and early college opportunities.

JOB SUMMARY
Monticello High School seeks a dynamic, motivated, and passionate instrumental music educator to join a collaborative music team, teaching 9th‑12th grade musicians. The successful candidate will direct and assist the overall high‑school instrumental music program, provide students opportunities to participate in extracurricular band activities, and ensure compliance with all state and district requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct high‑school instrumental performances, including concert bands, jazz bands, sectionals, percussion ensembles, and other small ensembles.

Provide band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, solo/ensemble contests, pep band performances, pep fests, and community events.

Create learning environments appropriate for all students with varying skill levels.

Assess students' developmental, cognitive, and social needs, and provide developmentally appropriate instruction; establish differentiated instruction and expectations.

Maintain and update accurate records of students' progress and development; communicate necessary information to students, colleagues, and parents; prepare required reports on students and activities.

Work cooperatively to maintain an accurate inventory of school‑owned instruments and uniforms; manage storage, use, and repair of instruments.

Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings; establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.

Encourage parent and community involvement; obtain information for parents when requested; promptly return phone calls and answer emails.

Comply with all federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, MSHSL rules, and Board of Education policies. Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Required Knowledge:

District policies and procedures.

Curriculum requirements and learning objectives.

2018 MN State Fine Arts standards.

State and federal laws and regulatory issues governing public education, including rules and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Education.

Legal, ethical, and professional rules of conduct for public education teachers.

Principles and techniques of making effective oral presentations.

Computer applications related to the work.

Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Required Skills:

Developing and maintaining a public education learning environment in which positive, appropriate behavior is encouraged and discipline problems are minimized.

Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.

Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.

Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.

Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District's established Core Values.

Advancing the District's mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Music Education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Appropriate MN teaching license as issued by PELSB.

Qualified candidates will possess the following: the desire to work cooperatively with other staff members of the high school music department to continue building a dynamic program; preparation and commitment to working with diverse communities of learners; skill in providing for the individual learning needs of students; ability to create a positive, inclusive learning environment; a high level of expertise in instrumental music repertoire specific to current student population needs and reflections; willingness to work outside of the school day at extra and co‑curricular activities; skill in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with diverse groups of students, parents, and colleagues.

COMPETENCIES AND/OR VALUES COMMON TO ALL POSITIONS

Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in school environments and the community.

Maintains a safe working environment and encourages colleagues to be safety‑minded in the performance of all school‑related duties.

A clear and demonstrated commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.

Advancing the District's mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.

A clear understanding of the developmental needs of elementary‑age students.

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