Teacher - Music

Job Description

Job Description

1. Teach skills in music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in music, and when applicable, in instrumental music, (band, orchestra, instrumental ensemble) and choral music (chorus, choir, choral ensemble). Utilizes course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities; 2. Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school system; 3. Plan a balanced music program and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time; 4. Attempt to integrate music and related activities to specific academic disciplines; 5. Provide individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student; 6. Utilize repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students; 7. Control the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required; 8. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and music performances; 9. Evaluate each student's musical growth and performance, assessing each individual's contributions to the performance of the group; 10. Plan, rehearse, and direct students in musical programs for school, school system, and community; 11. Select and requisition books, musical instruments, and instructional aids, and maintains required inventory records; 12. Communicate with parents and school counselors on student progress; 13. Identify students needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems; 14. Cooperate with the school administration in providing musical programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies, and civic functions; 15. Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities as assigned;16. Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs; 17. Participate in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities; 18. Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the system and/or in self-selected professional growth activities; 19. Maintain a correct record of student attendance that can be audited and makes daily reports of students absent each period (when appropriate); and 20. Perform other work-related duties as assigned.