Teacher - Instrumental Music - Orchestra (Middle School)

Teacher - Instrumental Music - Orchestra (Middle School)

Position Properties

1. Position Title: Teacher – Instrumental Music (Middle School)
2. Schedule / Grade: Teacher
3. Job Code: ##TEACH
4. FLSA: Exempt
5. Calendar: TEACH
6. Benefits: Eligible
7. Contract Type: TEACH
8. Bargaining Unit: TCHR-NEA
9. Revised Date: 11/25/2014

Purpose

This position is responsible for music education, classroom instruction, and training to Middle School students of the district.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

1. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated both individually and collaboratively.
2. Plans and implements a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of all students using data-driven decision-making.
3. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of all students.
4. Prepares for assigned classes and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
5. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
6. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes and communicates clear objectives to students for all lessons and units.
7. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of individuals or student groups involved.
8. Collaborates with administrators, colleagues, and parents in a positive and productive manner.
9. Strives to implement by instruction and action, the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
10. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
11. Evaluates the learning problems of students on a regular basis, seeking assistance of District specialists as needed.
12. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
13. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, District policy, and Administrative regulation.
14. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior.
15. Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested.
16. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) where applicable.
17. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
18. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as needed.
19. Performs other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

District Expectations

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times.

Reporting Relationships

Reports To: Building Principal, Assistant Principal, and Director of Fine Arts
Supervises: None

Qualifications

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree with K-12 teaching certificate in Music with a concentration area of instrumental music. Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ADA Requirements

1. Language: Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, Board policy, administrative procedures and forms and governmental regulations; complete forms, write reports and engage in written correspondence with parents; present information effectively and respond to questions; write clear and complete lesson plans.
2. Computation: Work with mathematical concepts, such as probability and statistical inference, and analyze data for instruction.
3. Reasoning: Solve a variety of problems in many different situations; interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
4. Other Skills and Abilities: Identify needs and abilities of individual students and adapt instructional methods accordingly; establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents; perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
5. Technology: Integrate technology into daily instruction; present information to students using a variety of media; access and present information from online sources.
6. Physical Demands: Speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously; move around the classroom to interact with and manage students/groups of students.
7. Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
8. Conditions and Environment: The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active.

Equal Opportunity Employer