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SUMMARY: Manage a successful instrumental music program. This includes developing students' individual and group performance skills; music literacy; proper instrumental technique; and providing performance opportunities using a variety of styles and genres. Work collaboratively within the performing arts department, other area music teachers, and with administration to ensure the instrumental program remains a strong part of the school course programming.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Plan; teach skills and concepts; assess; and reflect utilizing the Jeffco Public Schools instructional model, music curriculum tools, and Colorado Academic Standards in music.
Sequence instruction for the development of instrumental performance techniques and music reading.
Utilize effective and engaging rehearsal techniques and excellent communication skills.
Model and teach proper technique on all band and/or orchestra instruments, strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion.
Select, organize, and program diverse and challenging repertoire for varying levels of ensembles.
Guide students as they engage with and appreciate the arts; and support them in becoming life-long creators.
Identify and diagnose individual and group performance challenges; and prescribe appropriate and effective growth feedback.
Seek out opportunities for professional growth in music, implement new learning in your practice, and reflect to allow for personal growth.
Collaborate with district and articulation area colleagues to grow a thriving and active instrumental music program from elementary to middle to high school.
Recruit and retain students to maintain sustainable enrollment.
Actively seek guest artists, clinicians, and conductors to continue development of ensembles.
Schedule regular, high quality concerts, and other performance opportunities to ensure students are engaged in the community and are growing as musicians.
Collaborate with school and community organizations, including boosters if applicable.
Demonstrate willingness to assist with the production and collaboration of school music events such as musical productions.
Participate in and prepare students for State and District Band and Orchestra Honor Ensembles.
Ensure that instruments, music, and equipment are properly used, maintained, stored, and that inventory records are accurate and current.
Utilize administrative skills to manage instrumental music budget, collaborative concerts, community performance schedules, required paperwork for field trips, etc.
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold a valid Colorado teaching license or authorization. Must meet content-area qualifications, which could include the appropriate license endorsement, degree in the content area and Colorado State Board of Education approved content exam.
EXPERIENCE: Instructional experience in an instrumental music ensemble classroom.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT: Strong personal musicianship. Comprehensive knowledge of band and/or orchestra techniques, pedagogy, and skills. Effective and engaging rehearsal techniques and conducting skills. Effective communication skills. Ability to recruit and retain students.
