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Yonge Developmental Research School (DRS) is a public school established in 1934 with the mission to design, test, and disseminate innovations in K-12 education through serving a student population representative of Florida’s economic, racial, gender, and academic makeup. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School (DRS) is seeking to hire a Band Director / Music Instructor for the 26-27 school year. This is a 10-month appointment that begins on July 30, 2026 with the potential for a summer 2026 marching band camp appointment. <table><tbody><tr><th>Classification Title:</th><td>INSTRUCTOR/PKY</td></tr><tr><th>Job Description:</th><td>You belong at a K-12 teaching and learning environment that’s leading the way!If you are interested in being a part of this dedicated team of professionals, we invite you to submit your curriculum vitae or resume and application. The Opportunity and Job DescriptionP.K. Yonge Developmental Research School (DRS) is seeking to hire a Band Director / Music Instructor for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include the following: <ul><li>Direct teaching of assigned students.</li><li>Taylor curriculum for a 5-12 experience, including selecting rigorous and developmentally appropriate music and materials for assigned courses</li><li>Motivate students and successfully employ effective teaching methods to create a safe and engaging learning environment</li><li>Recruit & retain students for the band program</li><li>Plan and collaborate with the P.K. Yonge Performing Arts teaching faculty to provide an integrated, comprehensive, and sequential K-12 curriculum experience</li><li>Identify, organize, and program extracurricular and community performances for assigned groups, including preparing students for events such as marching band competitions, symphonic band performance adjudications, and solo & ensemble festivals</li><li>Lead and supervise rehearsals for special programs</li><li>Recruit and manage marching band support staff</li><li>Encourage and assist students with auditions, competitions, festivals, solos, all-state ensembles, and college scholarships</li><li>Assume responsibility for planning (i.e., registration, transportation, lodging, meals, chaperones) and accompanying students to school-sponsored events and competitions; monitor and manage student behavior</li><li>Assist with musical direction for school productions including pep rallies, high school graduation, football games, and other special events and celebrations</li><li>Communicate effectively with administrators, parents, and colleagues regarding scheduling, upcoming performances/events, and students’ academic progress</li><li>Manage annual instrument inventory, assignment, and the care & maintenance of instruments and equipment in the performing arts facility</li><li>Maintain orderly classroom, storage areas and shared Performing Arts Center spaces</li><li>Provide leadership and direction for the Band Parents Association dedicated to supporting the P.K. Yonge Marching Band Program</li><li>Manage the band budget, including creating an annual budget, leading fundraising efforts, and tracking spending and donations to support the marching band</li><li>Participate in appropriate professional organizations</li><li>Utilize a standards-based system to communicate clear and unbiased student grades</li><li>Demonstrate and model professional behavior as ambassadors of P.K. Yonge</li><li>Administer and analyze formative assessments to monitor student progress and plan instructional shifts to increase achievement and success for all students.</li><li>Design appropriate curriculum, instructional, and assessment accommodations to support academic success for all students including both striving and advanced learners.</li><li>Incorporate effective and innovative uses of technology to support teaching, learning and collaboration. </li><li>Maintain regular parent communication (electronically, face-to-face and conferences).</li><li>Participate in practitioner inquiry (research) to support professional learning and inform continuous program improvement. </li><li>Commit to continuous professional learning and ongoing reflection on effectiveness of teaching practice and implemented curricula for all students.</li></ul>For more details about UF benefits, please visit www.hr.ufl.edu/benefits. To learn more about P.K. Yonge, please visit www.pkyonge.ufl.edu.About P.K. Yonge<a href="https://pkyonge.ufl.edu/" rel="nofollow">P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School</a> (DRS) is a public school established in 1934 with the mission to design, test, and disseminate innovations in K-12 education through serving a student population representative of Florida’s economic, racial, gender, and academic makeup.Affiliated with the College of Education at the University of Florida, P.K. Yonge faculty may partner with members of the college to develop, and test teaching solutions designed to respond to the varied learning needs of our students.<a href="https://youtu.be/G2gy5J9s1pk" rel="nofollow">P.K. Yonge | Best School EVER!</a><a href="https://youtu.be/kTxYZ8BmX98" rel="nofollow">P.K. Yonge: Re-imagining School – Opening the Secondary Building</a>P.K. Yonge boasts a small community-like atmosphere that fosters deep and impactful relationships with students and families from all walks of life over many years. P.K. Yonge is committed to creating a learning environment to support the needs of all learners as we seek to generate new ideas for advancing student learning through research, teaching, and/or service. Teachers work closely in a collaborative environment that cultivates new ideas designed to impact K-12 schools. As practitioner-researchers, P.K. Yonge faculty are constantly working to bridge theory and practice. P.K. Yonge attributes our successes to the contributions of teachers who find teaching, research, and investigation inspiring, who value the opportunity to reach outside the bounds of the classroom, and who are open to sharing on a broader scale.P.K. Yonge teachers enjoy greater professional autonomy. P.K. Yonge faculty engage in professional learning opportunities each year though webinars, workshops, learning communities, and teacher research aimed at increasing knowledge of adaptive, student-centered learning environments. Teachers are fully supported to explore and learn within their subject areas; encouraged to present and attend national conferences; and inspired to refine and improve their current practices.As an employee of the University of Florida, teachers have the ability to participate in the university promotion process — which has the potential to lead to higher rank and salary. P.K. Yonge teachers have full access to UF benefits. Additionally, teachers are afforded the use of the UF tuition assistance program to pursue advanced degrees at the University of Florida. For more details about UF benefits, visit <a href="http://www.hr.ufl.edu/benefits" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.hr.ufl.edu/benefits</a>.<a href="https://youtu.be/NHLQYMc2h7s" rel="nofollow">P.K. Yonge | About Our School | Faculty Voices</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_7nUKAFanM" rel="nofollow">Learn more about the Gainesville community</a></td></tr><tr><th>Expected Salary:</th><td>Commensurate with education & experience.</td></tr><tr><th>Minimum Requirements:</th><td><ol><li>A Master’s degree; candidates with Bachelor’s degree will be considered, but will be required to obtain a Master’s degree within three years of hire.</li><li>Florida teaching certification; Subject area certification</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li>Level 2 DCF background check</li></ol></td></tr><tr><th>Preferred Qualifications:</th><td>3+ years of K-12 teaching experience</td></tr><tr><th>Special Instructions to Applicants:</th><td>Interested applicants must apply online at <a href="https://jobs.ufl.edu/" rel="nofollow">https://jobs.ufl.edu</a> and include:<ol><li>A cover letter or letter of application</li><li>A complete resume or curriculum vitae </li><li>Three letters of recommendation providing evidence of effective teaching experience and ongoing collaboration with teaching colleagues</li></ol>University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.Resources<a href="https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/" rel="nofollow">University of Florida Benefits</a><a href="https://police.ufl.edu/clery/" rel="nofollow">Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics</a><a href="https://hr.ufl.edu/manager-resources/recruitment-staffing/institutional-equity-diversity/ada-and-accessibility-services-for-uf-employees-and-job-applicants/" rel="nofollow">Accessibility at UF</a>Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire.  A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible.  Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at <a href="http://www.naces.org/" rel="nofollow">http://www.naces.org/</a>.The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.This is a time-limited position.</td></tr><tr><th>Health Assessment Required:</th><td>No</td></tr></tbody></table>

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The Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology department at Santa Fe College (SF) offers an associate's degree with transfer tracks in Art History, Art Studio disciplines, Dance, Music, Musical Theatre, and Theatre, as well as a bachelor's degree in Multimedia and Video Production Technology and associate of science degrees in Theatre and Entertainment Technology, Graphic Design Technology, and Digital Media Technology. For over 50 years, faculty members in Dance, Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts have worked closely with SF students to provide an excellent education in the fine and performing arts as well as provide multiple opportunities for students to exhibit and perform throughout their time at the college.

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Job Description SummaryThe Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology department at Santa Fe College (SF) offers an associate's degree with transfer tracks in Art History, Art Studio disciplines, Dance, Music, Musical Theatre, and Theatre, as well as a bachelor's degree in Multimedia and Video Production Technology and associate of science degrees in Theatre and Entertainment Technology, Graphic Design Technology, and Digital Media Technology. For over 50 years, faculty members in Dance, Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts have worked closely with SF students to provide an excellent education in the fine and performing arts as well as provide multiple opportunities for students to exhibit and perform throughout their time at the college. Students' talents, along with their love of the arts, are nurtured and developed as they balance general education courses and program-specific work.Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor will develop, prepare, and teach a variety of coursework consisting of Music Appreciation, American Popular Music, Introduction to World Music, Music Fundamentals and/or Applied lessons in Percussion, Brass, Strings or Woodwinds. The Adjunct Assistant Professor must have the flexibility to teach courses during the day, evening, or online, as well as taught using other distance learning formats. Additionally, adjunct faculty are employed on a term-by-term basis and may be assigned teaching duties at SF's main Northwest campus or at any of the College's six educational centers.Part-time instructional service will be paid at a rate of $822 per semester credit hour and $32.88 per clock/contact hour.Job DescriptionApplication Deadline: This advertisement is open continuously and/or until filled.Responsibilities and Duties Include:<ul><li>Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction to didactic, laboratory and/or classroom settings to promote student success within a community college setting.</li><li>Supports and promotes the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.</li><li>Collaborates with the Director, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum that cultivates the mastery of course content.</li><li>Demonstrates technological literacy and innovation in the delivery of instruction.</li><li>Works collaboratively as part of a cohesive academic team.</li><li>Assists with the implementation of college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the SF philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.</li><li>Participates in departmental meetings and collegewide committees as needed.</li><li>Provides students with frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback regarding academic performance.</li><li>Appropriately documents student progress and maintains records including attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes.</li><li>Develops methods that fairly and accurately assess students' progress in achieving the stated learning outcomes/objectives.</li><li>Maintains appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.</li><li>Strictly honors the privacy and security of student records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal and college regulations, policies, and procedures.</li><li>Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.</li><li>Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Reports to: Chair, Fine Arts and Entertainment TechnologyQUALIFICATIONSRequired: A master's degree in Music Education (MME) or a master's degree in Fine Arts (MFA) or a master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Music.Additional Requirements: A criminal background check will be conducted.Preferred: Relevant teaching experience within a community college setting is preferred.General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities<ul><li>Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.</li><li>Adaptability to Change \u2013 able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment.</li><li>Analytical Aptitude & Problem Solving - able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices and/or procedures, collect and interpret data, reason logically, establish facts, identify and define existing and potential issues, recognize the interrelationships among elements, draw valid conclusions, develop recommendations, as well as alternative courses of action, select appropriate course, follow up, and evaluate.</li><li>Communication \u2013 able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.</li><li>Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors.</li><li>Customer Service \u2013 ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills.</li><li>Ethics \u2013 able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.</li><li>Organization & Time Management \u2013 able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.</li><li>Problem Solving \u2013 proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.</li><li>Relationship Management \u2013 able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs.</li><li>Results Orientation \u2013 proven ability to set and exceed established targets.</li><li>Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.</li><li>Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.</li></ul>Application Process: All applicants must submit a completed online SF application, a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts (if applicable) to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for review purposes, official transcripts are required prior to any offer of employment being made.If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.Santa Fe College (SF) is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on: their race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status. This commitment applies to employees, volunteers, students, and, to the extent possible, to third parties, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, and the general public. sfcollege.edu/eaeoInquiries regarding non-discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to: equity.officer@sfcollege.eduSanta Fe College reserves the right to extend deadlines and/or not to offer advertised positions. Preference will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans.

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