Director of Bands, Hart Public Schools

Director of Bands, Hart Public Schools

REQUIRED:

• Michigan Teacher Certification (JQ or JX in Music Education)
• Criminal Records Check: By law, the selected applicant is required to complete a criminal records check.  This will be at the prospective employee’s expense and kept on file at the Central Business Office.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful teaching and classroom management experience
• Demonstrate expertise and knowledge in all facets of teaching              instrumental music

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach instrumental music bands to students in grades 6-8 and 9-12 at Hart Public Schools.
• Teach marching band to Senior Band students.
• Inspire young musicians to continue in band and show them the benefits to their success.
• Establish classroom procedures and routines. Monitor student progress and establish academic requirements for each class including but not limited to attendance, grades and behavior.
• Coordinate and supervise extracurricular activities for students such as local parades, concerts, pep bands, festival participation and other community event participations.
• Integrate technology into teaching and professional activities in NEW BANDROOM setting.
• Establish and maintain an electronic instrument inventory and music library.
• Coordinate fundraisers for music department use.
• Create and implement rigorous lesson plans, including necessary accommodations for students as needed.
• Create and maintain effective communication with parents.
• Maintain MSBOA membership requirements.

Location: Hart High School

Estimated Starting Date: May 2021

Reports to: HS and MS Principals 

Salary: Salary in keeping with the salary schedule as negotiated with the Hart Board of Education