Marching Band Director

Job Description
The Susquehanna Township School District endeavors to be a world-class school district with performance excellence expectations for all employees. The District has an opening for a Marching Band Director at STHS for the 2025-2026 school year.

Job Summary
The Marching Band Director leads and manages the school's marching band program, ensuring high standards of musical and visual performance, discipline, and student development. The director is responsible for planning rehearsals, performances, competitions, and coordinating all related logistics, while fostering a positive, inclusive, and educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the marching band program, including rehearsals, performances, and competitions.
Select appropriate music and design halftime and field shows in collaboration with staff.
Manage recruitment and retention of student band members.
Oversee all logistics for performances including travel arrangements, uniforms, equipment, and field setup.
Maintain communication with students, parents, administrators, and booster organizations.
Ensure all program activities comply with school policies and relevant music associations.
Maintain inventory, care, and organization of instruments, uniforms, and band equipment.
Create a positive and disciplined environment for all students.

Qualifications

Prior experience directing a marching band (preferred).
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel with the band as needed.
Valid PA Driver's License.

Work Environment

Indoor and outdoor work environments (rehearsals, performances, competitions).
Requires physical activity including standing for long periods and assisting with equipment setup.
Fast-paced, often loud environment during practices and events.

EOE