Job Description

Band Director Teacher

10-month

Exempt

About Einstein Charter Schools

Einstein Charter Schools (“Einstein”) is a nonprofit Charter Management Organization whose mission is to nurture students to be academically STRONG as well as socially and emotionally resilient.

Founded in 2005, Einstein Charter Schools is a top-performing, tuition-free, open-admissions network serving students in New Orleans East.

Beginning in the 2026–27 school year, Einstein will operate as a unified school serving students in grades Pre-K–8 through the consolidation of Village de l’Est, Sherwood Forest, and Einstein Middle School. This unified model is designed to strengthen alignment across campuses, enhance student support, and provide a seamless educational experience from early childhood through middle school.

Authorized by the Orleans Parish School Board, Einstein serves more than 850 students, over 44% of whom receive English Language Learner (ELL) services. Einstein remains committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares all students for long-term academic and personal success.

At Einstein, we know our people actualize our mission for our students. We strive to create work environments and a total rewards package that promotes the hiring and retention of highly effective staff. We offer our staff an opportunity to impact the lives of our students and their New Orleans East community, a culture that prioritizes growth and collegiately, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

About You

Above all else, you come to Einstein because you believe in our mission to nurture students to be academically STRONG as well as socially and emotionally resilient. You believe in EVERY child and their capacity to learn, grow, and achieve their dreams.

You are focused on…

• Our students. In all your actions, you act in the best interest of our students. You embrace and protect their individuality and diversity. You seek to ensure they have access to an equitable future.
• Our goals. You are laser focused on our goals and strive to meet them efficiently. You know acting on data and feedback is an essential skill and aren’t afraid to innovate..
• Our people. You hope to work for an organization that is both result-driven AND relationship-driven. You seek an environment where our staff can engage authentically, collegially and have fun. You value diversity and prioritize inclusion. You hope to work for an organization that is both result-driven AND relationship-driven. You seek an environment where our staff can engage authentically, collegially and have fun. You value diversity and prioritize inclusion.

Student achievement and growth are primarily contingent upon the work and efforts of the Band Director Teacher. Depending on the skill level of the musicians, this position may direct beginning learners or students with several years of band experience. The Band Director Teacher prepares and delivers lessons that build upon students' existing knowledge and skills while challenging them to perform increasingly advanced musical selections.

This position requires the use of culturally relevant instructional materials and practices to maximize student engagement and achievement. The Band Director Teacher provides direct instruction to students and ensures they develop the musical, academic, and social-emotional skills necessary to contribute to the fulfillment of the school's mission. The Band Director Teacher must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrate strong content knowledge, instructional expertise, and leadership in music education.

Reports to: Head of School and/or Designee

Key Responsibilities

• Create a classroom climate in which students demonstrate initiative, self-discipline, and personal responsibility for learning.
• Design and implement a variety of instructional activities that meet the needs of students with diverse abilities, interests, and talents.
• Teach a variety of instrumental techniques simultaneously across brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.
• Develop students' proficiency in instrumental performance and expose them to a variety of musical genres and band literature appropriate for school and competitive performances.
• Evaluate student achievement regularly and adjust instruction to support continuous growth and improvement.
• Organize, maintain, and inventory band instruments, equipment, uniforms, music, and related materials.
• Promote student achievement in alignment with the Einstein Way and Music Education standards.
• Adhere to and implement all Einstein Charter Schools policies, procedures, directives, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, and support staff to develop instructional goals, analyze student performance data, and improve educational outcomes.
• Submit lesson plans utilizing Einstein Charter Schools' required lesson plan format and provide supporting instructional materials as required by school leadership.
• Incorporate a variety of instructional strategies, technology resources, differentiated learning opportunities, and higher-order thinking skills into daily instruction.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student attendance records, grade books, and other required documentation in accordance with school expectations.
• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, committees, workshops, conferences, and other school-related activities.
• Enforce school-wide expectations and procedures using Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) practices.
• Address student behavior concerns promptly, constructively, and consistently while maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Plan, coordinate, and direct school concerts, performances, competitions, festivals, and other music-related events.
• Communicate regularly with students, families, and stakeholders regarding student progress, performance expectations, and upcoming events.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts for the school band program.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of School or designee.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university required; degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field preferred.
• Valid Louisiana teaching certificate or eligibility to obtain certification in Music Education preferred.
• Demonstrated experience teaching instrumental music, including brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.
• Experience directing school band programs, concert performances, marching bands, ensembles, or related musical groups preferred.
• Proven ability to develop and implement engaging music instruction that promotes student achievement and musical growth.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and utilizing culturally responsive instructional practices.
• Knowledge of Louisiana Student Standards for the Arts and best practices in music education.
• Experience organizing performances, concerts, competitions, and other music-related events preferred.
• Proficiency in music technology, instructional software, and digital tools used for music instruction and performance.
• Strong classroom management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community stakeholders.

Evaluation

• Annual school review, including LDOE LEADs Rubric evaluation.
• Evaluated by the Head of School and/or designee.

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Einstein Charter Schools welcomes all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other protected grounds in any of its activities or operations, including hiring