DUE TO RETIREMENT THE MORAVIA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS SEEKING TO FILL THE POSITION OF BAND DIRECTOR.

THE MORAVIA TRADITION:

We are looking for a strong candidate to continue our tradition of success for our Band Program. Our program consists of approximately 70 students 5-12 with 16 students participating in Jazz Band. We were the Class 1A 2024 Iowa Jazz Band Champions with finishing 4^th^ in 2023, 5^th^ in 2022, 3^rd^ in 2016 and have been invited 4 additional years.

IHSMA Large Group Contest: In 22 years we have received 14 1s since 2005.

Marching Band Parades: Pancake Day Parade: Best Parade Band 9 different years. Oktoberfest Parade: Grand Champion Band in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

We participate in other events and compete at top levels. The candidate we are looking for must be passionate about band, students and building/continuing the rich tradition we have here at Moravia.

SUPERVISED BY/REPORTS TO

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Principal or his/her designee and/or the District Fine Arts Supervisor

FLSA Designation: Exempt

Bachelor's degree in Instrumental Music with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Iowa Teacher Certification in Instrumental Music (K-8 and 5-12 music endorsement).

Candidates for High School Band Directors are recommended to have had experience as an Assistant or Associate Band Director or experience as a Middle School Head Band Director.

Ability to be punctual and maintain regular attendance.

General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use email, internet, word processing and related band computer software. Must learn other software used by the district.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job:

The employee is regularly required to speak and listen. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal, or playing a musical instrument. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or squat. The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, ability to focus, and peripheral vision.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

As a Director of Learning:

1. Teaches skills instrumental music (band, orchestra, instrumental ensemble) and in music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in music to secondary pupils.

2. Plans a balanced music program, and organizes class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allocated time.

3. Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.

4. Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation.

5. Encourages pupils to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible.

6. Cooperates with school administration in providing musical programs for school related activities and community functions. Prepares at least two public concerts per school year.

7. Establishes clear outcomes for all lessons, class work and projects. The outcomes are communicated to students.

8. Supports a program of study, using a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media and technology.

9. Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.

10. Recognizes potential learning disabilities of students and seeks the assistance of qualified personnel.

11. Reasonably assists and instructs students interested in solo and ensemble performance, during after school hours.

12. Provides detailed plans for substitute teachers including lessons, schedules and rules regarding classroom organization, procedures, and individual student needs.

Relationships:

1. Participates in all district scheduled and approved activities for band directors and/or students.

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

3. Attends all county and all district meetings scheduled by and for band directors.

4. Attends and participates in Iowa Bandmasters Association, SCIBA (South Central Iowa Bandmasters Association), IHSMA (Iowa High School Music Association) activities, when desirable, and provide information and opportunity for qualified students to participate in student activities sponsored by IHSMA.

5. Prepares, provides, and presents to the principal and Fine Arts Supervisor a band handbook by July 30th annually.

6. Assists and cooperates with the Supervisor of Fine Arts in the preparation and implementation of new and existing programs.

Professional Attitude, Responsibility, and Participation:

1. Participates in community parades and activities mutually approved by the principal and the districts Fine Arts Supervisor. Band directors will attend all parades and all marching band related functions.

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