2025-2026 Band Director - Trinity Leadership (Cedar Hill)

TEXAS LEADERSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Job Title:         Band Director

Department:  Academics

Reports To: Campus Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

GENERAL PURPOSE:  

Direct and manage the overall program of instrumental music for the district. Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

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 student’s

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 district’s 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Monitor the performance of assistant band director.

JOB RELATED CONDITIONS:

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 (15–44 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:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate, preferred
• Demonstrated competency in instrumental music
• Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automatic external defibrillator (AED) certificate, preferred

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 : $55,075 - $68,325