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Middle School Assistant Orchestra Director 2025-2026

@ Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:assist director, conduct ensembles, improve musicianship
Requirements Summary:Bachelor's degree in music or music education with certification; proficient on a string instrument; strong conducting skills; ability to read scores; excellent communication; knowledge of orchestral operations and policies; experience with college/community orchestra.
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    Middle School Assistant Orchestra Director 2025-2026 JobID: 2330
  • Position Type:
      Music/Middle School Orchestra

  • Date Posted:
      2/19/2025

  • Location:
      HCISD

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    Job Pool for all individuals interested in applying for Middle School Assistant Orchestra Director positions. Applicants can apply here for current and/or anticipated vacancies.

    PRIMARY PURPOSE:
    Assist head director with orchestra program and teach/conduct non-varsity orchestral ensembles.  Assist with growth and improvement of student musicianship and skills, and of overall orchestral program. 

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education/Certification: 
    • Bachelor’s degree, in music, music education, or music performance with a concentration in strings, string pedagogy, string music education, or a performance degree on a string instrument or conducting.
    • Valid Texas music teaching certificate or ability to acquire Texas music certification. 

    Special Knowledge/Skills:
    • Be highly proficient on one string instrument as the primary instrument.
    • Knowledgeable and proficient on all string instruments.
    • Have good conducting skills.
    • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret conductors’ scores.
    • Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
    • Knowledge of overall operations of an orchestral instrumental music program. 
    • Knowledge of state, TMEA, and UIL policies governing orchestra.
       
    Experience:
    • Experience performing with a college and/or community orchestra.

    SALARY: Teacher Salary + Extra Days