Meeker Middle School serves 7 th and 8 th grade students. It is a very diverse school of 675 stu dents located in the northeast corner of the Kent School District. The student population is around 60% minority and 60% Free and Reduced Lunch. Meeker has Professional Learning Communities in all curricular areas that meet to discuss student work and common formative assessments as well as Learning Teams that meet weekly to participate in lesson study analysis . The support teams from ELL and Special Education focus on an inclusion model whenever possible . In addition, Meeker offers intervention courses in reading and math to students who need extra support in these areas based upon assessment data . We do offer advanced courses in Social Studies and English for honors students as well as upper level Algebra and Geometry classes for our advanced math students . A strong co-curricular program, including extensive sports, music, and special interest activities is in place, offering students many opportunities. Meeker is fortunate to qualify for the Century 21 grant which affords us the opportunity to run an after school program for two hours a day Monday thru Thursday. The Meeker staff is dedicated to providing students the educa tion they need for their future .
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is part of the KEA bargaining unit.

ASSIGNMENT: This position will be responsible for teaching band to high school students. Candidate will direct school and district/service area performances and festivals, and teach the district curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Appropriate Washington State certification required and must be on file prior to beginning work.
   
2. Major in instrumental music is preferred.
   
3. A master's degree in music is preferred.
   
4. ELL endorsement preferred
   
5. Experience working with a diverse student population and the specific school demographics preferred
   
6. Ability to exhibit multicultural and ethnic understanding and sensitivity with the ability to communicate effectively with all cultural groups in the school community.
   
7. Candidate must have the ability to maintain and continue a tradition of instrumental music excellence.
   
8. The ability to demonstrate proper techniques on a variety of instruments is required.
   
9. Candidate must have a proven commitment to an exemplary instrumental music program, enthusiasm and skills necessary to maintain and continue to improve a high level instrumental program.
   
10. Ability and willingness to recruit and encourage participation from students from diverse backgrounds and levels.
    
11. Must maintain positive learning environment and have ability to relate to all students, parents, and colleagues.
    
12. Experience working with high school students preferred.
    
13. Desired teacher characteristics are: flexibility; ability to organize ideas, time and materials to accomplish goals; enthusiasm; ability to express ideas clearly and understand concepts being discussed; ability to learn new ideas and skills; ability and willingness to develop favorable relationships with students; knowledge of current approaches to teaching; and willingness to model behavior deemed appropriate by the school district and the community.