Assistant Director Of Bands

University of Maryland

College Park, MD, US
Base: $60,000 - $65,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Master of music degree in wind conducting
Three years successful teaching experience with marching band
Experience writing drill and music arrangements for athletic bands
The University of Maryland School of Music seeks a dynamic conductor-educator to assist in teaching and administering the Athletic Band program which includes five instructional staff members

Job Summary

  • The University of Maryland School of Music seeks a dynamic conductor-educator to assist in teaching and administering the Athletic Band program which includes five instructional staff members.
  • The role involves co-teaching the 'Mighty Sound of Maryland' Marching Band, leading the Maryland Pep Band, and conducting the University Band during fall and spring semesters.
  • Candidates must demonstrate strong communication, planning, and organizing skills alongside knowledge of current trends in pedagogy and repertoire programming for instrumental ensembles.

Matching Summary

The University of Maryland School of Music seeks a dynamic conductor-educator to assist in teaching and administering the Athletic Band program which includes five instructional staff members.

Salary

Base: $60,000 - $65,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master of Music degree in wind conducting
  • Three years successful teaching experience with marching band
  • Experience writing drill and music arrangements for athletic bands

Nice-to-have

  • Strong musicianship and appreciation for athletic bands
  • Experience providing student leadership training
  • Demonstrated success recruiting students at the collegiate level

Key Requirements

  • Master of Music degree required
  • Three years of university/high school teaching experience
  • Significant marching band component in prior roles

Work Rights

Must complete employment eligibility verification (Form I-9)

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