Vandebilt Catholic High School
Vandebilt Catholic High School is seeking a new Band Director
Position Summary:
The Band Director shows leadership in music education by implementing a differentiated and attentive music curriculum in which each student can grow using educational standards of excellence in music. Through the Band Director’s example, he/she leads all auxiliary program staff and works directly under the supervision of the principal. The Band Director is responsible for the instrumental program and manages all administrative duties of the band and auxiliary programs, as well as organizing performances, ensembles, and concerts.
General Responsibilities:

• Classroom:
• Provide a differentiated and rigorous music education to each student in the program using educational standards of excellence in music
• Implement best practices in the areas of music education and religious values as learned through continuous education
• Collaborate with colleagues for the ultimate success of the students in all aspects of their learning
• Performances and Ensembles:
• Responsible for the marching band (The Regiment) and participation in local marching band competitions and events
• Responsible for band performances at all football games and select sporting events
• Organize Christmas and spring concerts, performances at designated school events
• Oversee concert band and participation in local performance assessments
• Provide students opportunities to excel by supporting participation in advanced musical ensembles such as Parish, District, and All-State Honor Bands
• Program Management:
• Responsible for management and staffing of all auxiliary programs of the band including but not limited to Vantastics Dance Team, Color Guard, and Indoor Percussion
• Manage all financial accounts for the band and all auxiliary programs
• Manage all travel arrangements for the band and all auxiliary programs
• Develop and maintain an inventory of all program assets including instruments, music, uniforms, props, equipment, etc.
• Collaborate with the Band Boosters (Parent Group) to meet the needs of the program
• Ensure that program activities are publicized and reflect a positive image of the program and school

The Vandebilt band director will also support, collaborate, and work with the elementary feeder schools to best design a program that will encourage instrumental music education in the lower grades.
Qualifications:

• Strong belief in Catholic education and supports the mission of the school
• Knowledge of (or passion for learning) the Charism of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
• High school band director experience preferred
• Well-organized, proficient in administrative duties

Salary:
Commensurate With Qualifications And ExperienceTo apply, please include:
For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application. The application form may be obtained from the Vandebilt Catholic website
at www.vandebiltcatholic.org/jobopportunities
Application Deadline:
Applications are now being accepted until the position is filled.
The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees by reason of race, color, religion*, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

• The Diocese, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to require “practicing Catholic”

to be a qualification for a position.