High School Band Director

Position Type:

High School Teaching/Music - Band

Date Posted:

7/16/2025

Location:

Bishop McDevitt High School

Job Description

High School Band Director

Full-Time

City & State: Harrisburg, PA

School: Bishop McDevitt High School

Position Purpose: Directs and manages the overall program of high school band for the High School. Provides students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensures compliance with all state and Diocesan requirements. Plans activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.

Reports to: Principal

Essential Functions:

Directs high school instrumental performances including pep band, concert band, jazz band, soloists, and ensembles.

Establishes performance requirements, enforces academic requirements, and verifies each student's eligibility to participate in band.

Provides for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, basketball games, pep rallies, parades, and community events.

Organizes and implements band trips in accordance with district policy and regulations as well as student interest and ability. Arranges transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.

Supports band booster club activities.

Organizes and conducts tryouts for the band; informs administration and participants of final selections.

Plans, rehearses, and directs musical experiences for the school and community with evening performances.

Cooperates with the school administration in providing music programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies, and, as appropriate, civic functions that enhance the students' performing experience.

Oversees scheduling and other arrangements for the rehearsals and concerts in cooperation with the building principal.

Prepares students and required documents for District and State auditions and competitions; makes all arrangements.

Maintains an accurate inventory of school-owned instruments. Controls the storage and use of school-owned equipment and materials; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.

Submits budget needs annually to the principal in accordance with established timelines and guidelines.

Orders all supplies and materials necessary for band-related activities in accordance with established district procedures and budget allocations.

Develops and implements plans for the instrumental music program and shows written evidence of preparation as required.

Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

Creates an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Other duties as assigned by the principal or other administrative staff.

Other Essential functions May Include:

Performance Responsibilities

Choose all music to be performed during the marching band season.

Conduct try-outs for drum majors and any special units.

Conduct a Band Camp during the summer.

Be responsible for the design of band performances.

Supervise and direct all practices and performances of the marching band.

Maintain the current pep band for select high school and/or district events (senior nights, basketball games, Syracuse University game performances, etc.)

Maintain current competition participation.

Administration

Make recommendations for the hiring of marching band assistants.

Direct, supervise, and coordinate the work of the marching band assistants.

Plan practice activities and performances of the marching band in accordance with the School Policy for the marching band.

Submit a performance schedule and bus departure time schedule to the high school principal.

Maintain accurate inventory of all equipment and uniforms used by the marching band (i.e. uniforms, instruments, music, rifles, flags, batons, etc.)

Be responsible for maintenance, repair, overhaul, and storage of all marching band equipment.

Provide the high school principal with an accurate roster of marching band members for eligibility lists.

Follow the guidelines in regards to student eligibility in extracurricular activities.

Make appropriate arrangements for use of facilities and practice fields through communication with the Director of Athletics, the high school principal/president.

Financial Responsibilities

Work through the School Business Official for all deposits and expenditures for the Extracurricular Accounts, following proper procedures.

Keep accurate records of all receipts, deposits, and expenditures.

Prepare requisitions for inclusion in the Music Department annual budget, following proper procedures.

Public Relations

Serve as an advisor to the marching band booster organization.

Maintain any websites and/or social media platforms associated with the marching band.

Collaborate with the School Information Officer to prepare news media releases concerning scheduled performances and accomplishments.

Assist the marching band organization in preparing for all competitions and fundraisers.

Serve as a liaison between the marching band booster organization and the school administration.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Marching Band staff, volunteers, and students involved in assigned activities.

Education, Experience, and/or Certification Desired:

Bachelor's degree, preferably in a music or teaching field.

Valid PA Teaching Certificate or willing to obtain one.

Minimum of five (2-5) years teaching experience.

Demonstrates expertise in knowledge and teaching of instrumental music.

Demonstrates expertise in conducting a competitive marching band.

Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School may deem appropriate or acceptable.

Must comply with PA State clearance requirements.

Communication Skills Needed:

Strong communication, public relation, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to write reports and correspondence consistent with the duties of this position.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.

Displays courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.

Other Skills and Abilities Needed:

Maintains appropriate confidentiality.

Promotes a harassment-free environment.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamwork.

Ability to learn and utilize office equipment, computers, and software especially as systems are upgraded.

Ability to learn and upgrade job skills in order to meet changing demands of the position.

Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.

Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Ability to use independent judgment and demonstrates initiative to act without being asked.