St. Francis DeSales HS: Band Director

Catholic Diocese of Columbus•Columbus, OH

3h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Band Director to join our faculty at Saint Francis DeSales, a Catholic high school in Columbus, Ohio. This role is ideal for an educator who is dedicated to fostering musical excellence within a faith-based environment. The Band Director will lead and instruct students in performance of various styles of music, ensuring a vibrant and engaging music program that enhances the school’s artistic and spiritual life. This is a dynamic, multi-faceted role suited to an energetic educator who thrives on variety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education(or related field) required.
Strong Conducting and Rehearsal Skills necessary for rehearsals and performances.
Appropriate state certification/license as required by the grade levels and subjects taught.
Religious Education certification as required by the diocese.

Nice To Haves

Experience in High School Band Directing preferred.
A commitment to upholding and enriching the Catholic tradition through music.

Responsibilities

Directing Marching Band, Concert Band and Jazz Band fostering an engaging and enriching Instrumental experience for students.
Teaching 5th through 8th Grade Band Students at St James The Less and St. Josephine Bakhita Middle Schools. Guiding these students in ensemble performance, and musical interpretation.
Conducting the Pit Orchestra for the School Musical.
Assist students in mastering the skills and information in the school curriculum while helping them to grow in faith and responsibility.
Know, understand and contribute to the integration of Catholic teachings and virtues throughout the curriculum and school culture as it supports faith formation and student learning.
Understand student learning, development, and faith formation while respecting the diversity of students.
Know and understand the content for which they have instructional responsibility.
Understand and use varied assessments to inform instruction, evaluate and ensure student learning.
Plan and deliver effective instruction that advances the learning of each individual student.
Create Christ-centered learning environments that promote high levels of learning and achievement for all students.
Collaborate and communicate with students, parents, other educators, administrators and the faith community to support student development, learning and faith.
Assume responsibility for their professional academic/spiritual growth, performance, and involvement as an individual and as a member of a Catholic learning community.