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Norwalk Public Schools
Marching Band Staff (2026-2027 SY)
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A Music Director leads music ensembles in a variety of different settings. Conducts orchestras or choral groups, church choirs, or pit orchestras in a music theatre production. Chooses music for performances, or composes or arranges music for ensembles to perform; runs rehearsals and directs soloists or guest performers.
$64,524 / year median in Connecticut
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Marching Band Staff (2026-2027 SY)
JobID:
10541Position Type:
Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor/Afterschool/Summer School Date Posted:
9/2/2026Location:
Norwalk High School 2026-2027 SCHOOLYEAR MARCHING BAND STAFF NORWALK HIGH SCHOOL
Position Description Position is responsible for teaching student musicians and/or guard members in music, guard and marching techniques to prepare them for marching band, winter guard or winter percussion competitions. Position motivates student performers to develop an appreciation of the arts.RESPONSIBILITIES
Assesses students skills and reports to the band director with any issues Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes rehearsal time to provide both individual and ensemble development. Works with the band director scheduling facilities for practices and competition. Supervises and assigns duties to Assistant coaches as necessary. Coaches and instructs members, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the competitive arts. Observes members, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or ensemble improvement. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of members at all times. Follows established procedures in the event of an injury. Conferences with the director of bands, as necessary, regarding the performance of their students. Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the band program. Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards members, judges, and spectators. Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms. Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversationKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Experience working with young children Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing Effective, active listening skills Ability to work effectively with others Organizational and problem solving skills Basic computer skillsQUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma Must possess effective teaching techniques and skills Apply at www.norwalkps.org/applynow Click "employment"NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability. 11.13.2025Benefits
- Dental Insurance