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
