West Valley - Secondary Band Teacher

American Preparatory Academy•West Valley City, UT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Secondary Band Teacher designs and implements engaging band instruction for secondary school students. The role develops students’ musical knowledge, instrumental skills, and ensemble performance abilities while monitoring progress, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and collaborating with students, families, and school staff to support student success. The teacher plans and delivers band courses and lessons in line with educational best practices and school curriculum guidelines. Instruction covers instrumental technique, music theory, sight-reading, and ensemble performance. The teacher prepares materials and assessments, evaluates and grades student work and musical performance, provides academic, behavioral, and musical support, and discusses difficulties or concerns with students. The position also includes preparing and directing students for concerts, performances, festivals, competitions, and other musical events; communicating professionally with families and school personnel; supervising students in school settings and on assigned trips or performances; maintaining required records; and participating in faculty meetings, professional development, workshops, and training. The teacher may sponsor student activities, music organizations, or extracurricular activities and performs other duties as assigned. The typical schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., and Wednesday and Thursday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary by campus. The position is located in West Valley City, Utah, for the 2026–2027 school year.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Appropriate state accreditation and teaching license required.
Maintain required professional courses, training, and in-service requirements.
Thorough understanding of secondary education pedagogy and best practices in music education.
Strong knowledge of music theory, instrumental instruction, and ensemble performance.
Strong classroom management, supervisory, and leadership skills.
Ability to design and deliver engaging band lessons using a variety of teaching methods.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain professionalism in high-stress situations.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to work effectively with secondary school-aged students and adapt instruction to their developmental needs.
Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to student success.
Ability to accept constructive criticism and make necessary adjustments.
Ability to work well in a teamwork environment, including participation in a coaching model for teaching.

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience is highly preferred.
Specialized training in music education or instrumental instruction is preferred.
Master’s degree is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and develop engaging band courses of study in accordance with educational best practices and school curriculum guidelines.
Design and deliver band lessons using varied instructional methods to develop students’ instrumental technique, music theory, sight-reading, and ensemble performance skills.
Prepare lesson materials, assignments, and assessments; evaluate and grade student work and musical performance.
Monitor student progress and provide appropriate academic, behavioral, and musical support.
Discuss academic difficulties, behavioral concerns, or performance challenges with students and provide appropriate guidance.
Prepare and direct students for concerts, performances, festivals, competitions, and other musical events.
Communicate student progress and concerns professionally with parents, faculty, staff, and administration.
Build and maintain positive relationships with students and families.
Monitor students in classrooms, hallways, study periods, lunchrooms, school grounds, and assigned educational trips or performances.
Maintain required student records, attendance records, incident reports, and other documentation.
Administer assessments and evaluate student musical development in accordance with applicable school requirements.
Participate in faculty meetings, educational conferences, professional development, workshops, and other training opportunities.
Maintain knowledge of current research, developments, and best practices in secondary music education.
May sponsor student activities, music organizations, or other extracurricular activities.
Enforce safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned.