Job DescriptionPosition Title: Long-Term Substitute Band Director (Grades 5-12)Duration: Mid-April to Mid-SeptemberPOSITION SUMMARYWe are seeking a qualified and dedicated Long-Term Substitute Band Director to teach in our music department while our regular Band Director is on leave. The substitute will lead our band program for grades 5-12, following established lesson plans and upholding our Regent's mission. This role includes overseeing spring concerts and competitions. The ideal candidate will support a respectful and Christ-centered classroom culture, fostering students' growth both personally and spiritually. PRINCIPLES FOR CONDUCTING WORKThe Substitute Band Director will serve as a Christian role model, embodying the highest standards of Christian virtue, judgment, dignity, and respect, both in and out of the classroom. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to Christian living and serve as a positive example to students, parents, and fellow employees, fostering an environment that aligns with the mission of Regents. Key Responsibilities:
- Instruction and Rehearsal: Deliver band instruction and facilitate rehearsals for all grade levels, executing lesson plans left by the Band Director and ensuring continuity of instruction.
- Event Preparation: Prepare students for end-of-year performances, Schlitterbahn competition and field trip, support summer band activities, and organize initial fall rehearsals.
- Spirit Band Coordination: Lead and coordinate the Spirit Band for the fall season, including music selection and practice to ensure performance readiness.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work collaboratively with Fine Arts administration, music department, and faculty.
- Parent and Community Engagement: Communicate effectively with parents regarding student progress, upcoming events, and participation requirements.
Experience and SkillsSkills and Educational Requirements:
- Must be a Christian
- Bachelor's Degree preferred; college students are welcome to apply
- Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications
- Prior teaching or classroom experience preferred
Information on our Purpose, Mission, Philosophy, Objectives and Doctrinal StatementBoard members, administration, faculty, coaches and other instructional personnel of Regents School, whether full-time, part-time or volunteer, must believe and abide by the Purpose, Mission, Philosophy, Objectives and Doctrinal Statement, evidenced by their signing a statement of agreement with Article II annually. This document can be found by clicking: Philosophy and Doctrinal Statement. As a supplement, the Regents Board of Directors has adopted two additional statements as clarifying language under Article II. The Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy - This was adopted in 2017 by the Board to be clear on our view of the inerrancy of Scripture. Nashville Statement: A Coalition for Biblical Sexuality - This was adopted by the Board in 2019 as clarifying language on our view of biblical sexuality.Links to documents below:Article IIChicago Statement on Biblical InerrancyNashville Statement: A Coalition for Biblical Sexuality