Band Director

Big Spring Independent School District

Posted on : 05-04-2025

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Big Spring, TX - USA

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Posted on : 05-04-2025

Job Description

Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Band

Date Posted:
3/18/2025

Location:
Big Spring Intermediate 5th & 6th Grade Campus

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at assigned middle school. 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:
Bachelors 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 manage budget and personnel
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to interpret data
Strong communication public relations and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Student teaching or approved internship and band directing experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

Direct instrumental performers including marching band orchestra concert band soloists and ensembles and assist the high school band director as required.
Establish performance requirements enforce academic requirements and verify each students eligibility to participate in band.
Provide for band participation at extracurricular events including concerts parades and UIL.
Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the districts middle schoolo 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.
Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.

Student Growth and Development

Conduct 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 outoftown trip activities and arrange transportation lodging and meals for outoftown 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

Develop and administer 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 jobrelated 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.

Personnel Management

Assist with recruitment selection training supervision and evaluation of assistant middle school band directors.

Other

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Monitor the performance of assistant band director.

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 1544 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

Position is for the 2024/2025 school year.
Salary is based on local hiring scale

Contact:

Mrs. Patsy Sanchez
BSI Principal

ext:1200

Mr. Gabe Martinez
Director of Bands
Big Spring Independent School District

Office Tel. 432.264.3641 Ext. 1452

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Band Director

Big Spring Independent School District

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Qualifications:

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

Student Growth and Development

Classroom Management and Organization

Communication

Budget and Inventory

Professional Growth and Development

Personnel Management

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Employment Type

Company Industry

Key Skills

About Company

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