- Organization:
- Longleaf School of the Arts
- Location:
- Raleigh, NC
- Salary:
- $45,735.00 - $49,000.00 per year
- Posted On:
- June 4, 2025
Description
The Director of Instrumental Music position directs and manages the overall program of instrumental music and marching band for the school. Provides students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensures compliance with all state and school requirements. Plans activities to achieve local, region, and state recognition.Directs high school instrumental performances including marching band, orchestra,
concert band, jazz band, soloists, and ensembles.
● Establishes performance requirements, enforces academic requirements, and verifies
each student’s eligibility to participate in extracurricular band activities.
● Provides for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, pep rallies,
parades, and community events.
● Organizes and implements band trips in accordance with school policy and regulations
as well as student interest and ability. Arranges transportation, lodging, and meals for
out-of-town events.
● Complies with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, LSA Board of
Directors policies, and LSA School procedures.
● Supports band booster club activities.
● Plans, rehearses, and directs musical experiences for the school and community with a
minimum of three evening performances per school year.
● Cooperates with the school administration in providing music programs for school
productions, graduation ceremonies, and, as appropriate, civic functions that enhance
the students’ performing experience.
● Oversees scheduling and other arrangements for the rehearsals and concerts in
cooperation with the building Head of School.
● Prepares students and required documents for Local and State auditions and
competitions. Makes all arrangements.
● Maintains an accurate inventory of school-owned instruments. Controls the storage and
use of school-owned equipment and materials; makes minor adjustments and requests
repairs to instruments as required.
● Submits budget needs annually to the Head of School in accordance with established
timelines and guidelines.
● Orders all supplies and materials necessary for band-related activities in accordance
with established school procedures and budget allocations.
● Develops and implements plans for the instrumental music program and shows written
evidence of preparation as required.
● Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
● Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials,
and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students
assigned.
● Creates an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social,
and emotional development of students.
● Other duties as assigned by the Head of School or other administrative staff.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
The individual must be able to perform each essential job duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities needed to perform the job at a fully acceptable level.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Volunteers and students involved in assigned activities.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR CERTIFICATION:
Valid North Carolina Teaching Certificate
Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience
Demonstrates expertise in knowledge and teaching of instrumental music.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate or acceptable.
How to Apply
Email [email protected]