Urgently Require Interim-Assistant Band Director 2023-24 - Sprague in Salem, OR - Keizer, OR

Job title: Interim-Assistant Band Director 2023-24 - Sprague
Company: Salem-Keizer Public Schools
Job description: Instructs classes in band so that students develop individual and group performance skills and an understanding of music.

Sprague High School (OR) seeks a dynamic musician and educator to join their team as Interim Assistant Director for the remainder of the 23-24 academic year. The Sprague band has been successful in OSAA state competition, in field competition, and enjoys high engagement and support from students and the community.

Responsibilities: Direct and oversee the jazz ensemble, assist with young/beginning band instruction, other duties as assigned based on need and the successful candidate?s skills. There is opportunity for additional work in marching and athletic bands.

Preferred qualifications: Education and experience commensurate with leading a diverse and successful jazz program. Additional skills and experience in non-traditional ensembles and/or non-performance courses. Experience in teaching and leading pep bands and in the pageantry arts. A strong desire to collaborate and be part of an instructional team.

About Salem-Keizer Public Schools: SKPS is Oregon?s second largest district, home to sixty-five schools and over forty thousand students. Seventy percent of the students are considered economically disadvantaged and seventeen percent are considered to be English language learners. The Salem-Keizer music program is staffed by nearly one hundred skilled pedagogues and offers comprehensive music education including K-5 compulsory general music and elective instruction in orchestra, choir, and band beginning in late elementary. Additional programs in contemporary music and recording arts are available at select schools. Salem-Keizer is routinely recognized as a NAMM ?Best Community for Music Education?, most recently in 2023.

About Sprague High School: Sprague High School, located in Salem, OR, is one of six comprehensive high schools in the SKPS district. Sprague?s student enrollment is around 1,500 students. The band program has enjoyed success on the field and on the stage, both in regional and state competition. The performing arts program currently consists of four faculty leading programs in band, choir and orchestra, including full symphony, and theater.

About Salem, Oregon: Salem is the capital of Oregon, in the heart of the Willamette Valley, in the northwest quadrant of the state. It, along with nearby Keizer, is home to over 200,000 residents and offers a vibrant downtown, amenities, and natural spaces surrounding the Willamette River and throughout the region. It is within one-hour?s drive to Oregon?s largest city, Portland, and is under two hours to the famed Oregon coast.

Additional materials: In addition to the required materials, please submit: 1) a link to a private channel (YouTube, Vimeo, other) containing video examples of your work in performance and of rehearsal/instruction; 2) a one-page Statement on Equitable Practice in the Classroom.

Review of materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.

Additional questions may be directed to:
Stephen Lytle, DMA
Coordinator, Music and Drama
Salem-Keizer Public Schools
[email protected]

Chad Barkes
Principal, Sprague High School
[email protected]

Type: Licensed
FTE: .54 - .7
Status: Temporary, ASAP - June 2024
Salary is prorated based on FTE: $45,478 ? $89,512 & Differential may vary (Salary range is based on the 2022-23 range and is subject to change)
Application Procedure: online

All Applicants, please note: If selected, you will be asked to participate in an interview process. Interviews are conducted virtually, in person, or via a one-way video. Please note interviews are a required part of the hiring process, non-compliance with the interview eliminates your eligibility for the position.

Salem-Keizer Public Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veterans? status, or other categories protected by ORS Chapter 659A.

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Expected salary: $45478 - 89512 per year
Location: Salem, OR - Keizer, OR

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