Band Teacher (26-27)

Title: Band Teacher

Reports To: Building and Assistant Principals

Employment Terms

• Employment terms covering compensation, benefits, and working conditions are specified by the Board of Education's policies, procedures, and agreements.
• School term contract and extra days as assigned
• Salary is dependent on experience
  
  

FLSA: Exempt

Position Overview

The Band Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality instrumental music instruction that develops students' musical skills, performance abilities, and appreciation for the arts. This position plans and delivers engaging lessons aligned with district curriculum and state standards while fostering discipline, teamwork, and creativity through ensemble participation. The Band Teacher prepares students for performances, concerts, and festivals, manages instruments and equipment, and collaborates with staff and families to support student growth and program success

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the areas of teaching assignment
• Valid Missouri Teacher Certificate
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to perform at an advanced level on at least one band instrument and at a competent, instructional level on several other band instruments.
• Skills in human relations, leadership, and conflict management
• Creativity, flexibility, and a passion for teaching and learning
• Knowledgeable of teaching techniques that meet the diverse needs of students
• Experience with formative assessments, cooperative learning techniques, and data analysis
• Working knowledge of Professional Learning Communities preferred
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging lessons that align with district, state, and national curriculum standards.
• Teach specialized fine art content for all assigned elective courses, which may include marching band, concert band, pep band, jazz band, and wind ensemble, using diverse instructional methods.
• Integrate technology and hands-on activities to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Adapt instructional strategies to meet the needs of students with varying learning styles and abilities.
• Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate teaching practices.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of all learners.
• Regularly assess student progress through formative and summative assessments and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment.
• Implement effective classroom management techniques to ensure a safe and productive learning space.
• Create a welcoming and engaging physical space that supports and celebrates learning and fosters a sense of pride.
• Promote positive behaviors and enforce school policies in a consistent and fair manner.
• Supervise students in activities occurring outside the classroom during the school day, including activities on and off campus, and those involving school transportation.
• Identify and address the academic, social, and emotional needs of individuals.
• Provide additional support and accommodations for students with special needs or English Language Learners (ELL).
• Foster students' social-emotional development by teaching collaboration, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and support staff to foster a supportive school community.
• Collaborate with specialists, counselors, and families to support student success.
• Maintain open and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Provide regular updates on student progress through conferences, progress reports, report cards, and other parent or guardian contact methods.
• Work collaboratively with grade-level, department teams, and other school staff to align curriculum and share best practices.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, including achievement, behavior, and attendance, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Comply with all district policies and administrative directives.
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive student information.
• Actively participate in professional development opportunities and faculty meetings.
• Apply new learning and skills acquired through professional development that align with the District CSIP and building goals.
• Engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Engage in after-school responsibilities, including parent-teacher conferences, student events, and professional development sessions.
  
  

Additional Position-Specific Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and deliver high-quality instrumental music instruction aligned with district curriculum, state standards, and performance expectations.
• Provide instruction in instrumental technique, music literacy, ensemble performance, and individual musicianship.
• Conduct rehearsals and performances that reflect effective classroom management and instructional best practices.
• Assess student progress through performances, playing tests, and other evaluation methods; maintain accurate records of student achievement.
• Prepare students for concerts, festivals, contests, and other performances, including coordination of logistics and supervision.
• Maintain an inventory of band instruments, uniforms, and equipment; coordinate repairs and proper storage.
• Communicate regularly with students and families regarding expectations, performances, schedules, and progress.
• Establish and enforce classroom and rehearsal expectations that promote responsibility, teamwork, and respect.
• Supervise students during rehearsals, performances, trips, and extracurricular activities in accordance with district policies.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts for the band program, including outreach to prospective students.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and collaborative planning activities.
• Comply with district, state, and federal policies related to instruction, supervision, safety, and student records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building administrator or designee.
  
  

Physical Requirements/Environmental Factors

• Ability to work in a climate-controlled building, as well as in inclement weather.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around for long periods of time.
• Ability to see and read, with or without vision aids, a computer screen and printed matter, and to distinguish colors.
• Sufficient hearing to understand speech at normal room levels, and to hear and understand speech on the telephone.
• Manual dexterity to operate a telephone and enter data into a computer using both hands.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation, on the telephone, and when addressing groups.
• Ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, pull, grasp, and carry a variety of objects of different shapes and sizes.
• Able to perform other duties assigned by the Superintendent or designee.
  
  

Evaluation: This position's performance will be evaluated per the provisions of the Board's policy.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned. The Board of Education and Administration and/or supervisor has the right to add or change duties at any time.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and fingerprint clearance as required by state law and district policy.

Revised: January 2026