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POSITION TITLE:
Assistant Band Director

LOCATION:
Denver City ISD
Mighty Mustang High School Band
Bill Gravitt Junior High Band

TYPE:
Full Time

JOB SUMMARY:
Denver City ISD is a school district in West Texas that has proven to support and promote the arts. The District’s Performing Arts Center is one of the finest Fine Arts facilities (both JH and HS) in the entire State. We offer an indoor marching facility, percussion ensemble room, small ensemble room, 6 Wenger practice rooms, repair room with ultrasonic machine, and much more. The Junior High has its own facilities with two small ensemble rooms, main rehearsal hall, 4 practice rooms, and large storage room.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Band Director to continue to support the growth and development of our band program. The Assistant Band Director will work alongside the head director at the High School and Junior High to assist with rehearsals, performances, and student development.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, classroom management skills, instrumental pedagogy, all while being willing to learn and grow in their craft. All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of instrument specialty.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

Assist the Head Band Director with daily rehearsals, sectionals, and performances.


Help organize band-related events such as concerts, competitions, and festivals.


Provide support during marching season and other extracurricular activities throughout the year at both campuses.


Assigned Beginner Band Classes.

Other duties as assigned.







QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Texas Teacher Certification


Experience working with high school or middle school band programs.


Proficiency in one or more wind, brass, or percussion instruments.


Ability to conduct and motivate students.


Strong communication and organizational skills.


Passion for music education and student development.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:
District Salary Scale
District Stipend Plus Extra Days

Benefits
Up to 5% match on annuity
District currently pays up to $645.00 per month of employee only health insurance
Apply at:
https://www.applitrack.com/DenverCityISD/onlineapp/

Send Resume to Michael.munoz@dcisd.org

Celina ISD is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Middle School Band Director at Jerry and Linda Moore Middle School. The ideal candidate will be a vibrant, knowledgeable, and proactive person. Woodwind specialty is preferred; however, all candidates will be considered, as we are looking for the highest quality teacher. Duties and responsibilities will include directing the middle school non-varsity band, instructing homogenous beginning band classes, and assisting with the Varsity, Sub Non-Varsity A, and Sub Non-Varsity B bands. Applicants should apply online via the school website (www.celinaisd.com) AND send a resume to Heather McHenry, Moore Middle School Head Band Director (heathermchenry@celinaisd.com).

Celina ISD is located in Northwest Collin County and is one of the fastest-growing communities and districts in North Texas. Celina is currently a 4A district and is expected to be 5A within the next two years. Our district is experiencing rapid growth and we are looking for a candidate who is willing to grow with us.

DeKalb ISD is looking for a head band director for our middle school. The program is well supported by the administration and community. The high school band has been growing and received a Sweepstakes for the first time since 2009 and the ideal candidate will help to maintain the success. The high school band placed in the top 10 at the UIL State Military Marching Contest this past fall. The 7th grade band went to contest for the first time in many years this year receiving the first 1st division in middle school history. Duties include teaching the middle school band (7th grade), team teaching beginners, and assisting with the high school band during all rehearsals. A candidate with a strong background in woodwind pedagogy is preferred but all qualified applicants will be considered.

DeKalb is in Bowie County in the northeast corner of the state close to Texarkana. The program consists of a high school varsity composite band, a 7th grade band, and homogenous beginner classes. DeKalb ISD is currently on a 4 day work week.
Please send your resume with a cover letter to Michael White (Director of Bands) michael.white@dekalbisd.net.

Salado ISD is a smaller 4A district in between Austin and Waco right off of IH35. The Salado ISD Band Program has received numerous Sweepstakes and the HS made Area Finals in Area D for 2024. Our Middle School has over 250 students, grades 6-8 and our High School has just over 100 students. This position will include teaching a couple Beginner Classes, being in front of the High School Non-Varsity Band, and help team teaching the other UIL performing groups. Truck and Trailer experince is great.

We are looking for a Percussion Specialist but all applicants will be considered. If you have any questions, please reach out to Blake Vajgert, Director of Bands.

Garrison ISD is seeking a passionate and qualified Woodwind Specialist with an interest in elementary music to join our team. The primary assignment for this position will be teaching elementary general music to students in Pre-K through 5th grade. There is potential for the role to expand into an Assistant Middle School Band Director position. Additionally, the candidate will assist the Director of Bands with Assistant Band Director duties, especially during marching season and concert season.

We are looking for an energetic, creative, and dedicated educator to inspire our students and foster a love of music. All qualified applicants will be considered, but not all candidates will be interviewed.


Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education.
• Valid Texas teaching certification in Music Education.
• Experience teaching elementary music and/or band programs.
• Strong proficiency in instrumental pedagogy
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage young students in a positive and
supportive environment.
• Knowledge of various musical genres and instructional techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities, including assisting with marching and concert
bands as needed.



Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter with your PowerSchool application. Head on over to www.garrisonisd.com and click on "apply here for garrison isd jobs" link.


application URL: https://garrisonisd.schoolspring.com/


Please also send a cover letter and resume to Jana White (Elementary Principal) and Oscar Denis (Director of Bands) at whiteja@garrisonisd.com / deniso@garrisonisd.com

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

We look forward to seeing how you can make a difference in our music program!

Mabank ISD is looking for a Head Band Director of our Junior High School. Mabank, Tx is located 45 short miles from Dallas, Tx. We are a very well supported band program and lucky to work with some of the best students in East Texas. BOTH our high school and junior high bands are UIL Sweepstakes winners this year. The opportunity exists to help pick a full-time Assistant Band Director. Our ideal candidate will be a wind player with exceptional organizational skills, loves teaching/kids, has a passion for their craft, is a 'team' player through and through, and likes to help cultivate an atmosphere of success. Duties include assisting with the HS Band, and teaching beginners.

Interested applicants can send a letter of interest and resume to jlweisberg@mabankisd.net

Palacios Jr/Sr High School is looking for a highly motivated and energetic individual that is comfortable with team teaching 6th grade through 12th grade. Duties will include teaching the varsity middle school band, team teaching the non-varsity middle school band, team teaching beginners, and assisting with the high school band during all rehearsals. The candidate would preferably have a strong background in woodwind pedagogy, but all candidates who apply will be considered. Experience with color guard is a plus.

Palacios is in Matagorda County on the Gulf Coast directly between Houston and Corpus Christi. The program consists of the high school band, 2 middle school bands, and beginners that are divided across 3 different class periods. Starting in the 2025-2025 school year, the district is moving to a 4-day work week. Please send your resume and a cover letter to Shaka Hawkins (Head Director) shawkins@palaciosisd.org, and Stephanie Garcia (HS Principal) stephanieg@palaciosisd.org. Also, fill out the online application as well.

Dalhart ISD is seeking a charismatic, organized and motivated Head Band Director to lead all facets of our growing band program. This individual will oversee the high school band and coordinate with the junior high band director to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive music education experience. Dalhart is a 3A program northwest of Amarillo in Region 1. The position should provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band. The Dalhart ISD administration is very supportive, helpful, and interested in having a great band program. Recently purchased new uniforms and a new band trailer.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate.
Demonstrated competency in instrumental music.

Special Skills

Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program.
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band.
Ability to instruct students and mange their behavior
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.

Experience: 3+ years preferred

PLEASE VISIT THE DISTRICT WEBSITE AT www.dalhartisd.com to apply.
You may also email Staci Maddox at staci.maddox@dalhartisd.org for additional questions.

Yorktown ISD is a small 2A district located in the heart of South Central Texas with easy access to San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and Victoria Tx. Our rural district is characterized by: Great community and parental support, strong administration and school board, small teacher to student ratios, and an up and coming band program. The band program consists of students grade 6-12 and are grouped into two beginning band classes, a seventh grade band class, and the HS band class comprised of students grade 8-12. We have experienced growth over the past six years and have doubled the size of enrollment of band students in that time. The district has approved additional instruments to support our growth, a new band trailer and wrap, new uniforms arriving Fall 2025, and we are looking to restart our Elementary music program as we add an assistant director. If you love working with great students in a great environment to foster lifelong change… Yorktown ISD is a great place to work.

The open position is for Assistant Band Director at Slayter Creek Middle School in Anna ISD.  Anna ISD is a fast-growing district about 45 miles north of Dallas.  Two years ago, Anna Middle School split into Slayter Creek Middle School and another middle school.  Slayter Creek's band program has homogenous beginner band classes and two advanced bands with a possibility of adding a third ensemble and a Jazz Band next year.   A woodwind specialist is preferred for this position, but not necessarily required.  Please apply at txedjobnetwork.org on or after March 27th when the job is supposed to be posted there.  At any time you may send your information to Director of Bands, Justin Wallis (justin.wallis@annaisd.org), and/or Slayter Creek MS Head Director, Christina Bilyeu (christina.bilyeu@annaisd.org).

Benefits:
District pays $360 towards TRS ActiveCare health insurance
District pays for $20,000 life insurance
NBISD is a 4-day work week

Salary:
TEA Teacher Salary Schedule plus $5,000 above state base
Asst. Band Director Stipend
11 Month Contract

Clink link to apply: https://esc8.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5053156

District pays $360 towards TRS ActiveCare health insurance
District pays for $20,000 life insurance
NBISD is a 4-day work week

Salary:
TEA Teacher Salary Schedule plus $5,000 above state base
Head Band Director Stipend
12 Month Contract

https://esc8.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5053231

**Please email amanda.smith@cotullaisd.net if you are interested or have questions and apply at the school website listed below**

Primary Purpose:
Cotulla High School is seeking a passionate, energetic, and dedicated individual to support all
aspects of the high school band program. This position involves assisting with the marching
band, concert ensembles, and teaching 6th-grade beginners and 7th–8th grade bands at Newman
Middle School. A percussion or brass player is preferred but not required. Mariachi experience is
a plus.
The successful candidate will foster a positive learning environment, deliver high-quality music
instruction, and help build a vibrant and successful music program. Strong musical expertise, a
student-focused approach, and the ability to collaborate with students, staff, and community
stakeholders are essential.

Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate – All-Level Music
• Demonstrated competency in instrumental music
• Exemplary student-focused teacher/musician
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and parents

Preferred:
• Previous high school band experience
• Percussion or brass player
• Mariachi experience

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist the head band director with daily operations of the high school band program,
including rehearsals, performances, and concerts
• Teach 6th-grade beginner band students at Newman Middle School
• Assist with 7th and 8th grade band classes
• Lead sectional rehearsals for instrument groups
• Organize and coordinate band events such as parades, pep rallies, and community
performances
• Aid in managing the instrument inventory, including maintenance and care
• Participate in UIL events and support compliance with academic eligibility rules
• Provide instruction aligned with TEKS and district curriculum
• Serve as a positive role model for students, promoting responsibility, respect, and success
• Support the organization and supervision of student trips and band travel
• Assist in fundraising activities and budgeting for the program
• Maintain effective communication with parents, students, and the community
• Take necessary precautions to ensure student and equipment safety
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in staff committees as required
• Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, UIL rules, and board
policy

We are looking for a highly motivated and energetic individual that is comfortable with team teaching 6th grade through 12th grade. This position would preferably be a brass player, with at least 5 years of experience, and possibly drum corps experience. The duties include helping with marching band, conducting the second high school concert band, teaching beginning brass classes, and assisting with the junior high bands. Please send a resume and any information to Mike Bartley.

Electra ISD is seeking an Assistant Director for the 2025-2026 school year.

This position would be in a team teaching environment with the Head Director in all aspects of the Electra Tiger Band program. This position would oversee the direction of the 7th Grade Band and General Music Class, and assist with HS classes. The 6th Grade Beginning Band would be divided among directors based on strengths and primary instrument emphasis. Brass/percussion specialists are preferred but all candidates will be seriously considered.

Please feel free to contact, send cover letter/resume to Rudy Leal for any questions you may have.
rodolfo.leal@electraisd.net
(940) 432-3812 ext.209

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Kelton Ashcraft, Director of Bands and Bonita Cherry, Middle School Principal at kashcraft@waskomisd.net and bcherry@waskomisd.net

Waskom ISD is seeking an Assistant Band Director. Responsibilities include assisting the high school band, directing the 7th grade band, and team teach beginners. Must have a CDL or a willingness to obtain a CDL. A woodwind specialist is preferred, however all applicants will be considered.

Waskom is located right off of I-20 and sits on the Texas-Louisiana border. It’s a 25 minute drive from Marshall and a 45 minute drive from Longview.

We are a small district in the hill country looking for an assistant director. This would be a team teaching opportunity all centralized on one campus.

5th grade beginning band
6th grade band
7th grade band
8th-12th HS band

Percussion specialist is preferred but all applications will be accepted.

Mabank ISD is searching for an energetic person to run our beginning band program, assist with our junior high bands, and assist with our high school bands. This position is for the 2025/2026 school year. Mabank ISD is 45 minutes east of the Dallas Metroplex area. We are SUPER fortunate to work with some of the best kids in East Texas. Our band programs are well supported, we work with fabulous Administrators, and have nice facilities/inventory. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest with a resume to jlweisberg@mabankisd.net

La Grange ISD is seeking a High School Assistant Band Director. A woodwind specialist is preferred, but all candidates will be considered.

This position involves teaching beginner woodwind classes, leading one high school and one middle school concert band, and assisting with other concert bands and the marching band, as well as leading after-school sectionals.

La Grange ISD has a strong tradition of success, earning UIL Sweepstakes for eight consecutive years. In 2024-2025, La Grange was the top district in our region represented in ATSSB All-Region Bands. The high school marching band debuted at the UIL State Marching Contest in 2024 and performed at Carnegie Hall in 2025.

Our band program has enthusiastic, hard-working students. While strong classroom management is necessary, it is easier here than in many places. We have administrators and coaches who are allies, along with outstanding parent support and a dedicated booster club that plays a critical role in our activities.

The Head Director is experienced in successfully mentoring young directors, so coachable first-year applicants will be given serious consideration.

Whitesboro High School is seeking a highly self-motivated head band director to lead our award winning program. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience as a band director however, all candidates will be reviewed. Whitesboro has a very supportive community with a long history of success in the band program. The Whitesboro band has been a consistent competitor at the UIL State Marching Band Contest earning medals in the last 7 contests, being named the 2013, 2015 and 2023 State Marching Band Champions. The Wind Ensemble was recently named TMEA Honor Band Runner-up and consistently earns award in the ATSSB OPS contest. The middle school program continues to grow as it added a second competing ensemble in recent years. The Whitesboro Band program consists of five bands with two middle school bands, two high school bands, and the beginner band as well as healthy percussion and guard numbers each retaining about 25 members each year. This position will oversee and be responsible for all aspects of this band program ensuring complete vertical alignment from high school to middle school.

Please send cover letter and resume to Sandra Lloyd at lloyds@whitesboroisd or WISD Superintendent Ryan Harper at harperr@whitesboro.isd.

Please apply through txedjobnetwork.org

The band program is seeking a well qualified candidate for Assistant Band Director. Percussion and/or Low Brass Specialists is preferred, but all candidates will be considered.

Band program is highly successful and competitive in class 4A in Marching (Consecutive Area Finalist, State in 2020), Concert & Sight-reading (Consecutive Sweepstakes). Most notably the Varsity Concert Band has had much success in OPS Series State level and was a State Finalist for TMEA Class 4A Honor Band (5th place). The program participates in JH and HS All Region (ATSSB) and State Qualifiers are produced yearly. Other areas of student participation include UIL Solo and Ensemble and various community events as we see fit. The band program schedule at Big Spring ISD is designed to have assisting directors in every class. This particular individual will potentially lead teach the HS non-varsity, JH non varsity, or sub non-varsity. High school after school sectionals will be taught in addition.

Big Spring, TX is in Western Texas approx. 40 miles East of Midland TX and 90 mile South of Lubbock, TX . There are 30,000 people in the community. The community is highly supportive of the band program and what it does for our local students. We are seeking a person with mature character, a love for teaching, and a person that has the best interest for the students we serve. The individual will be expected to plan adequality, communicate appropriately, and have innovation and creativity to inspire the students in reaching their fullest potential.

Resumes and Letters of Interest should be directed to Gabe Martinez, Director of Bands.
Email: gmartinez@bsisd.esc18.net

Cross Plains ISD is searching for a passionate and dedicated Assistant Band Director to help take our successful program to new heights. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a close-knit, small-school culture and is eager to make a meaningful impact. Cross Plains has a tradition of excellence, earning UIL Sweepstakes, 1A State Marching Medals, and OPS recognition. Our middle school band competes in UIL Concert & Sight-Reading as a standalone Class C ensemble, ensuring a strong foundation for future success. With fantastic facilities, strong administrative backing, and an engaged, enthusiastic community, this is an ideal place to grow as an educator. In addition to assisting with the band program, this position includes teaching elementary music using the Quaver Curriculum, providing a well-rounded and rewarding teaching experience. This is a great opportunity for an up-and-coming director looking to gain valuable experience in a high-achieving, growth-oriented program. If you’re ready to inspire, teach, and lead, we’d love to hear from you!

McGregor ISD is currently seeking applicants for the position of head band director. The McGregor band program is a consistent sweepstakes program at the MS and HS level with success in both TMEA, ATSSB, and TSSEC as well.

The head band director will manage all aspects of the band program and supervise two regular staff members and any consultants that work with the program.

Successful candidates will be dynamic and self motivated with a complete working knowledge of UIL rules and procedures.

To apply, submit an application using the link below. Email a letter of interest and resume’ to Dr Travis Mutcher at tmutcher@mcgregor-isd.org.