North Bay Haven Charter High School Band Director, Fall 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Principal the High School Band Director coordinates all aspects of the band program including student recruitment organizing band activities and fostering a strong relationship with the school community and feeder schools. This position involves overseeing and guiding the marching band concert band and other performing ensembles as well as facilitating music-related extracurricular events and competitions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively recruits students for the high school band program working to ensure a continuous growth in enrollment and talent.
• Facilitates preparation training and performance of the marching band for all scheduled events including football games parades and competitions.
• Collaborates with the Auxiliary Director on show design drill writing music selection and choreography.
• Oversees and leads rehearsals for the marching band as needed ensuring students are prepared for performances contests and community events.
• Collaborates with the band team to manage the logistics and operations of the marching band including uniforms transportation and equipment.
• Represents the band program in the community by attending local events concerts and participating in school activities.
• Encourages community involvement and support for the band program by hosting events (e.g. band nights fundraisers and alumni events).
• Collaborates with the band team through participation in 3-4 marching band competitions per year including logistical planning transportation and performance preparation.
• Plans and organizes the annual band trip and a major big trip (every four years) including chaperoning budgeting and coordinating travel logistics.
• Ensures student safety and well-being during all trips creating an itinerary that is educational and enriching.
• Leads supervises and develops the band staff ensuring effective communication collaboration and accountability across the team.
• Fosters a positive and inclusive environment among the band staff encouraging mutual respect and teamwork.
• Collaborates with the Band Boosters to develop manage and track the annual band budget ensuring funds are used effectively for uniforms instruments competition fees travel and other program needs.
• Participates in regular faculty meetings and professional development opportunities to enhance both teaching and personal growth.
• Helps maintain inventory of all band equipment including instruments uniforms and other materials.

• Works with school administrators to ensure the band program aligns with school policies procedures and strategic vision.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Music Education or related field (required).
• Floridas Teacher Certification (required).
• Prior experience as a band director at the middle or high school level or as an assistant director in a similar program is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of marching band techniques drill design and contest regulations.
• Proficiency in conducting ensemble training and music theory.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure data is entered accurately.
• Ability to multi-task when necessary.
• Great oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Microsoft Office Skills (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).
• Knowledge of state and federal laws that apply to the duties of this position.
• Must be able to analyze information and make recommendations to administration as needed.
• Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions within the scope of the position.
• Ability to read understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain strict organization and student confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Varied activities including sitting standing walking running bending lifting and reaching for extended periods of time.
• Periodic need to lift carry push or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally performed in a fast-paced high volume school/office environment.
• Must be able to tolerate varying environmental conditions including but not limited to heat cold rain etc.
• Must be able to tolerate frequent interruptions from administrators staff members and others.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional travel to various school district state national and/or community events may be required.

Required Experience:

Director