North Bay Haven Charter High School Band Director, Fall 2026
12 days ago
Panama City
Job DescriptionSalary: See placement schedule POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Principal, the High School Band Director coordinates all aspects of the band program, including student recruitment, organizing band activities, and fostering a strong relationship with the school, community, and feeder schools. This position involves overseeing and guiding the marching band, concert band, and other performing ensembles, as well as facilitating music-related extracurricular events and competitions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Actively recruits students for the high school band program, working to ensure a continuous growth in enrollment and talent., • Facilitates preparation, training, and performance of the marching band for all scheduled events, including football games, parades, and competitions., • Collaborates with the Auxiliary Director on show design, drill writing, music selection, and choreography., • Oversees and leads rehearsals for the marching band as needed, ensuring students are prepared for performances, contests, and community events., • Collaborates with the band team to manage the logistics and operations of the marching band, including uniforms, transportation, and equipment., • Represents the band program in the community by attending local events, concerts, and participating in school activities., • Encourages community involvement and support for the band program by hosting events (e.g., band nights, fundraisers, and alumni events)., • Collaborates with the band team through participation in 3-4 marching band competitions per year, including logistical planning, transportation, and performance preparation., • Plans and organizes the annual band trip and a major big trip (every four years), including chaperoning, budgeting, and coordinating travel logistics., • Ensures student safety and well-being during all trips, creating an itinerary that is educational and enriching., • Leads, supervises, and develops the band staff, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and accountability across the team., • Fosters a positive and inclusive environment among the band staff, encouraging mutual respect and teamwork., • Collaborates with the Band Boosters to develop, manage, and track the annual band budget, ensuring funds are used effectively for uniforms, instruments, competition fees, travel, and other program needs., • Participates in regular faculty meetings and professional development opportunities to enhance both teaching and personal growth., • Helps maintain inventory of all band equipment, including instruments, uniforms, and other materials., • Works with school administrators to ensure the band program aligns with school policies, procedures, and strategic vision., • Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelors Degree in Music Education or related field (required)., • Floridas Teacher Certification (required)., • Prior experience as a band director at the middle or high school level or as an assistant director in a similar program is highly preferred., • Knowledge of marching band techniques, drill design, and contest regulations., • Proficiency in conducting, ensemble training, and music theory., • Strong organizational and time management skills., • Meticulous attention to detail to ensure data is entered accurately., • Ability to multi-task when necessary., • Great oral and written communication skills., • Excellent customer service skills., • Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)., • Knowledge of state and federal laws that apply to the duties of this position., • Must be able to analyze information and make recommendations to administration as needed., • Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions within the scope of the position., • Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions., • Ability to maintain strict organization and student confidentiality. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Varied activities including sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, lifting, and reaching for extended periods of time., • Periodic need to lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Work is generally performed in a fast-paced, high volume, school/office environment., • Must be able to tolerate varying environmental conditions including, but not limited to heat, cold, rain, etc., • Must be able to tolerate frequent interruptions from administrators, staff members, and others. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: • Occasional travel to various school, district, state, national, and/or community events may be required.