TITLE: Teacher – Middle School Orchestra
JOB DESCRIPTION:
To teach the sequential skills, content, and attitudes necessary to develop a musically literate student body through exposure, and enrichment opportunities in music. To teach techniques of instrumental music expression; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of music; to develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor Degree
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Arizona Elementary or Secondary Certification with Music endorsement
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SEI or full Bilingual or ESL endorsement
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by the incumbents of this class.)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Teach foundations of playing a musical instrument (orchestra) to pupils. Teach fundamental principles of music theory and musicianship skills. Build musical instrument proficiency.
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Plan a balanced music and drama program and organize daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
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Provide individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil and prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
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Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to provide on orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and music performances.
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Evaluate each pupil’s musical and dramatic growth and performance, assessing each individual’s contribution to the performance of the group.
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Plan, rehearse, and direct pupils in musical programs for school and community. Participate in district-wide festivals, and honor programs. Cooperate with school administration in providing programs for school productions, and civic functions.
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Utilize repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.
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Maintain an accurate inventory of district and school owned instruments, method books, instrument parts and supplies. Control the storage and use of equipment and materials; make minor repairs and request further repairs to instruments as required.
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Communicate with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.
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Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, and/or self-selected professional growth activities and collaborate with colleagues as necessary.
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Participate in school and district meetings, committees and workshops as appropriate.
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Apply knowledge of state and district policies and procedures.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Please note that the closing date for this posting may be changed at any time without prior notice.
