Head Band Director SY 26-27

Head Band Director

SY 26-27

South Bend Community School Corp Adams High School - South Bend, Indiana This job is also posted in South Bend Community School Corp Job Details

Job ID:

5716785

Application Deadline:

Jun 07, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Building Principal

SALARY:

Teacher Contract

CONTRACT LENGTH

School Year

POSITION SUMMARY

The Head Band Director is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of the Band program. This teacher is a highly qualified and state-certified educator responsible for delivering Band/Music instruction in a differentiated manner aligned with the Indiana Academic Standards for Instrumental Music. The Head Band Director also provides leadership in program development, student performance preparation, and coordination of band activities and events.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Lead and oversee all aspects of the high school Band program, including, but not limited to: marching band, concert bands, and jazz bands Have a working knowledge of best practices in Music Education, arts integration, and Indiana Academic Standards for Instrumental Music, while implementing a curriculum based in creativity Guide, motivate, and engage students in learning, including understanding the principles of music, music reading, musicianship, and specific instrumental and performance skills through solo and ensemble practice and performances Enhance symbolic communication, promote self-esteem, self-motivation, aesthetic awareness, cultural exposure, creativity, improved emotional expression and social harmony, relationships, team-building, cooperation, self-confidence, and provide an avenue for building performance competencies Make use of quality instrumental literature in diverse styles appropriate in difficulty and range for students Maintain a safe classroom using appropriate classroom management skills Complete and maintain all required student records Utilize SBCSC technology, as required Attend and participate in required staff meetings and building-wide trainings and initiatives Collaborate with building staff to integrate the arts into their curriculum, as well as their curriculum into the music curriculum Plan, rehearse, and direct students in a minimum of two concerts per year (Semester I and Semester II) at the building level. These performances should include all performance classes. Prepare students to participate in annual district All-City performances Prepare students to perform in the ISSMA Solo & Ensemble and Organizational contests, when possible Prepare students to perform for additional community and extracurricular concerts, when scheduled Utilize instructional materials and resources recommended by the district Follow SBCSC Musical Instrument Rental procedures for students who choose to rent an SBCSC-owned musical instrument Maintain and keep available an accurate inventory of band instruments housed within the school Participate in all Fine Arts Instrumental Music recruiting events Attend corporation Fine Arts and Instrumental Music staff meetings, as scheduled Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student's eligibility to participate in band Provide for band participation at school-related and community events, such as concerts, recruiting performances, and community outreach activities Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs Coordinate fundraising activities and management of funds Facilitate cleaning, repairing, and storing all band equipment Develop and implement plans for the instrumental music program and show written evidence of preparation, including lesson plans, as required Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments of student achievement Accompany and supervise students on in-town and out-of-town trips Maintain open communication and professional relationships with all stakeholders Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Licensed and Highly Qualified in Instrumental Music Education. Knowledge of overall operations of instrumental music programs Ability to manage budget and personnel Knowledge of state, district and school policies and procedures Ability to interpret district policies, procedures and data Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Experience working in an urban environment preferred Must not currently be on a Performance Improvement Plan

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements