Position Title: Assistant Band Director

Qualifications: Must hold proper Arkansas teacher certification – Instrumental Music                                          Education (6-12) 

Reports to: Principal/Assistant Principal/Director of Bands 

Terms of Employment: 205 days with benefits according to Siloam Springs School Board                                          policies 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

? Collaborate with the district Director of Bands to establish curriculum and philosophy that ensures the success and encouragement of all students in the band program 

? Teach one or two like-instrument beginning band classes 

? Team teach middle school band classes 

? Assist with all aspects of High School Band 

? Attend all performances, events, and after-school rehearsals as assigned by the district Director of Bands

? Collaborate with other band directors/teachers in professional learning communities

? Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly 

? Create positive educational climate for students 

? Establish classroom behavior expectations and procedures 

? Communicate with parents/guardians regarding student progress 

? Effectively implement district initiatives 

? Refer students for alternative services as provided by the district (ESL, Special Education, G/T, etc)

? Participate in curriculum review and design 

? Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives. 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: 

? Abide by state statutes, school board policies, and regulations 

? Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors 

? Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

? Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation 

? Serve on committees as assigned