MARCHING BAND DIRECTOR WARREN HIGH SCHOOL at Downey Unified School District
About the Employer
Downey Unified School District (DUSD) is located approximately 12 miles south of Los Angeles, offering easy access to scenic mountains and beaches. For decades, DUSD has maintained a reputation for excellence, driven by our unwavering mantra, “Our Kids Deserve the Best.” This philosophy guides every decision and daily practice, ensuring that students receive the highest quality education and support.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Responsible for instructing high school students in the field of band and music while creating a safe and orderly learning environment. Position motivates students to develop an interest in and an appreciation for the art of music. Position develops knowledge, skills, and talents of students in the field of music, utilizing a variety of instructional techniques appropriate to students’ interests and abilities. Must have knowledge of all wind instruments (fingerings, embouchure). Will teach, direct and manage all aspects of the Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Marching Band. Must possess the ability to work with parents to engage them in helping with events and fundraising. Will report directly to the school principal and performs other duties connected with the school program as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
• Valid California Teaching Credential. • Minimum of three (3) years teaching Band in either middle school or high school. • Demonstrates expertise in knowledge and teaching of instrumental music. • Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
ALL applicants must apply at www.Edjoin.org. Current DUSD employees wishing to be considered for this position ONLY NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and one letter of recommendation from a District administrator, which is less than one year old. APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. All applicants will be screened, and the top candidates will receive interviews.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation no older than 1 year )
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
• Valid California Teaching Credential. • Minimum of three (3) years teaching Band in either middle school or high school. • Demonstrates expertise in knowledge and teaching of instrumental music. • Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
ALL applicants must apply at www.Edjoin.org. Current DUSD employees wishing to be considered for this position ONLY NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and one letter of recommendation from a District administrator, which is less than one year old. APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. All applicants will be screened, and the top candidates will receive interviews.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation no older than 1 year )
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and shall not be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of any program or activity, except as provided for by law or regulation. The Board of Education also requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so and when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying.
Comments and Other Information
It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and shall not be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of any program or activity, except as provided for by law or regulation. The Board of Education also requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so and when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying.
Application Deadline
10/1/2024 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/7/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$70,532 - $144,379 Annually
$70,532 - $144,379 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Other stipends if applicable: Master’s - $801 / Doctorate - $3,291
Length of Work Year
185 days
Employment Type
Full Time