High School Assistant Orchestra Director Pool 2026-2027

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

PRIMPARY 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 orchestralinstrumental 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