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Start Your Online Application Now At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning. We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive. We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation. You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins. JOB SUMMARY Hopkins High School seeks a dynamic, motivated, and passionate instrumental music educator to join a collaborative music team, teaching over 250 musicians. The successful candidate will direct and assist the overall high school instrumental music program in partnership with one other band director. Candidate will also provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensures compliance with all state and district requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Direct high school instrumental performances including concert bands, jazz bands, marching band, drumline, pull -out lessons, sectionals, percussion ensembles, and other small ensembles. Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, solo/ensemble contests, pep band performances, pep fests, and community events. Create lessons and learning environments that are appropriate for all students with varying level of skills. Assess students'' developmental, cognitive, and social needs, and provide developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs; establish differentiated instruction and expectations for students. Maintain and update accurate and complete records of students'' progress and development, as required by laws and district policies; regularly communicate necessary information to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs; prepare required reports on students and activities. Work cooperatively with others to maintain an accurate inventory of school-owned instruments and uniforms; including the storage and use of school-owned equipment and materials; make adjustments and repairs to instruments, as required. Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings; establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds. Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails. Comply with all federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, MSHSL rules, and Board of Education policies. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Required Knowledge: District policies and procedures. Curriculum requirements and learning objectives. 2018 MN State Fine Arts standards. State and Federal laws and regulatory issues governing public education, including rules and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Education. Legal, ethical, and professional rules of conduct for public education teachers. Principles and techniques of making effective oral presentations. Computer applications related to the work. Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Required Skills: Developing and maintaining a public education learning environment in which positive, appropriate behavior is encouraged, and discipline problems are minimized. Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities. Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected. Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District''s established Core Values. Advancing the District''s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor''s degree in Music Education MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS K-12 Music Licensure Qualified candidates will possess the following: The desire to work cooperatively with other staff members of the high school music department to continue building a dynamic program; preparation and commitment to working with diverse communities of learners; skill in providing for the individual learning needs of students; ability to create a positive, inclusive learning environment; a high level of expertise in instrumental music repertoire specific to current student population needs and reflections; willingness to work outside of the school day at extra andco-curricular activities; skill in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with diverse groups of students, parents, and colleagues. COMPETENCIES AND/OR VALUES COMMON TO ALL POSITIONS Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in school environments and the community. Maintains a safe working environment and encourages colleagues to be safety-minded in the performance of all school-related duties. A clear and demonstrated commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected. Advancing the District''s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment and Resources. A clear understanding of the developmental needs of elementary age students Hours & Compensation: .833 FTE - 1.0 FTE - 185 Days HEA Union Contract Range: BA, Step 0: $51,000.00 MA, Step 0: $60,228.00 Position specific Benefits information is available HERE Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE Hopkins Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online