Band, Choir, and General Music LCHS # 134

**POSTING NUMBER:  134**

**July 30, 2026**

**ANNOUNCEMENT OF AN PROFESIONAL VACANCY**

POSITION:                General Music, Band & Choir Teacher

LOCATION:               Lewis County High School 

QUALIFICATIONS:    Valid WV Teaching Certification in Music 9-12

1. Experience and knowledge of fundamentals of a high school marching band
2. Experience and knowledge of wind & percussion instruction playing techniques exclusive to marching band
3. Knowledge of marching band auxiliary units including flag, majorette corps and color guard
4. Experience in conducting grade level IV, V & VI concert band music
5. Knowledge of playing techniques for instruments traditionally used in high school concert band
6. Knowledge of voice & proper singing techniques for performance choir
7. Work cooperatively with Robert Bland Middle School Music program, staff and administration at LCHS

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plan and oversee LCHS summer band camp
2. March band in local, regional and state events
3. Prepare, organize & oversee pep band for winter sport activities and graduation
4. Prepare, organize & oversee band performances at football games
5. Work to recruit & audition students for performance choir
6. Plan, organize & oversee performances for choir, included but not limited to dates, venues, travel…
7. Schedule events with school administration
8. Be available for after-school rehearsals and performances
9. Publicize events and communicate with all parties

SALARY:                   Commensurate with Certification and Experience 

TERM:                      220 Days (prorated)

AVAILABLE:              2026-2027 school year

**APPLICATIONS DUE:  August 19, 2026**

INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD CONTACT:    Melissa A. Mace, Personnel Director 

Lewis County Schools operates as an equal opportunity institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, marital or family status, age, or disabling conditions in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required in Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.  For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the county Title IX Coordinator, Lori Woods, or your county Section 504/Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, Lori Woods, Lewis County Schools, 239 Court Avenue, Weston, WV 26452, 304-269-8300.