Karnes City ISD - High School Band Director

Job Details

Region: 20
School District/Employer: Karnes City ISD
District Category/Employer: Campus,
Position: Director,
Assignment Level: Level
  • High School
Core Subjects
  • Band
Job Title: High School Band Director
School: Karnes City High School
Campus Description: Karnes City High School
Date Posted: 11/23/2021
Deadline: Until Filled
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at assigned the campus. 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.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies
Direct instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloists, and ensembles.
Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each students eligibility to participate in band.
Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades, and UIL.
Support band booster club activities.
Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the districts 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 member 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 out-of-town trips activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, 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 job-related 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 band directors.

Other
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
The superintendent or his/her designee may assign other duties and accountabilities.

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
Qualifications: Education/Certification:
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Demonstrated competency in instrumental music
Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automatic external defibrillator (AED) certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band
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
Salary Range: $66,645-$95,903
Benefits: Insurance available through TRS ActiveCare. Employee ActiveCare Primary medical plan 100% covered by the district. Ancillary insurance elections are also available.
How To Apply: Apply online at www.kcisd.net > Our District > Employment Opportunities

Contact Person:

Name: Marisa Beaver
Email: mbeaver@kcisd.net
Address: 314 Hwy. 123
City: Karnes City
State: TX
Zip: 78118-1900
Phone: (830) 780-6205
Fax: (830) 780-3823