Assistant Band Director

Assistant Band Director Garden City USD 457 Garden City High School

• Garden City, Kansas This job is also posted in Garden City Job Details

Job ID:

5684220

Application Deadline:

Jun 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 3, 2026 Job Description Position Overview This role involves assisting with daily instruction, rehearsals, performances, and administrative responsibilities while helping students develop musical excellence, discipline, and teamwork.

The Assistant Director also leads Symphonic Band and Jazz Band II. Key Responsibilities Assist the Head Band Director with rehearsals for Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Band I, and Jazz Band III Direct Symphonic Band and Jazz Band II Select repertoire and develop rehearsal plans for Symphonic Band and Jazz Band II Teach sectional rehearsals and small group lessons Support marching band instruction, including drill, music, and visual performance Help run sound mixing for front ensemble during performances Help plan, organize, and attend concerts, competitions, and school events Assist with grading, rehearsal planning, and student assessments Help manage inventory, equipment, uniforms, and music library Share director responsibilities for pep band during basketball season Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and administration Qualifications Strong knowledge of woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments Ability to assist with marching band instruction (drill, fundamentals, and visual performance) Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Preferred Qualifications Experience working with high school band programs Background in marching band Brass instrument expertise

• Note

• Summer MB Dates:

  July 14, 16
• Marching Band Pre-season July 20-24
• Marching Band Camp

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$50,925 Per Year Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred.