Orchestra Director Pool (Middle School) - 2026-27 School Year

Denton Independent School DistrictDenton, TX
11h

About The Position

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provides orchestra instruction and encourages students to develop the skill and ability to excel in the orchestra instrument assigned; responsible for contributing to the educational program as a whole and to the growth of each student; provides opportunities for students to participate in a high-level, challenging curriculum in the areas of responsibility

Requirements

  • Music Degree (Instrumental/Orchestra Emphasis) required
  • Teacher Certification (Instrumental/Orchestra Emphasis) EC-12 required
  • General knowledge of teaching techniques and procedures
  • Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental orchestra music program
  • Ability to manage budget and personnel
  • Knowledge of state TMEA and UIL policies governing orchestra
  • Ability to implement policy and procedures
  • Ability to interpret data
  • Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
  • At least five years of successful orchestra teaching experience and orchestra program administration preferred

Nice To Haves

  • Master's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

  • Establishes performance criteria for competition and evaluates students’ musical abilities initially and on a regular basis.
  • Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student musical group involved.
  • Manages and supervises orchestra activities, contests and practice sessions that promote individual growth in musical skills, teamwork and appropriate concert/performance etiquette.
  • Keeps informed of and ensures compliance with all DISD/UIL/TMEA rules and guidelines.
  • Recruits and retains student membership in the orchestra program, as well as monitors and enforces student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
  • Assists in the selection of equipment and instructional materials.
  • Works with Fine Arts Office in scheduling competitions and coordinating arrangements.
  • Cooperates with other members of the school staff in planning and implementing instructional goals and objectives for the overall educational development of student performances.
  • Compiles, maintains and files all reports, records, instrument inventory and additional required data using Charms music management system and other required documents.
  • Complies with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules and the local board policy in area of music.
  • Travels with orchestra students and supervises groups during orchestra competitions in assigned events.
  • Maintains proper and appropriate discipline among students during orchestra contests, practice sessions and while on trips off school property.
  • Encourages, by example, and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of orchestra participation.
  • Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with student musicians and their parents.
  • Articulates the district’s mission and goals in the area of orchestra to the community and solicits its support in realizing the mission.
  • Demonstrates awareness of district-community needs and initiates activities to meet those identified needs.
  • Demonstrates the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
  • Develops professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
  • Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible.
  • Assesses and responds to needs related to job responsibilities.
  • Develops and coordinates a continuing evaluation of the teaching program and implements changes based on the findings.
  • Follows all the rules, regulations and policies of Denton ISD and follows directives from superiors.
  • Follows attendance policy as assigned by Supervisor including after school/weekend rehearsals/sectionals.
  • Teaches fifth grade students from feeder pattern an introduction to strings class one class period per day.
  • Performs other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or Supervisor.
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