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Virtual After School Chorus for Middle School Students

Employer
Greenwich Public Schools
Location
Greenwich, CT, US
Salary
Competitive
JobID: 1264
  • Position Type:
    Middle School Teaching/Music - Vocal

  • Date Posted:
    8/31/2020

  • Location:
    Location to be determined

  • Date Available:
    10/01/2020

  • Closing Date:
    until filled

  •   Virtual After School Choral Instruction starting at 3:30 p.m. for Middle School Students
    Position Purpose :
    To provide an instructional program that will develop students' understanding and appreciation of the art of music, including listening to a wide range of musical genres, periods and styles.
    The music teacher will identify, promote and develop each student's talents in vocal musical expression.
    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :
    • Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
    • Develop student understanding and appreciation of music.
    • Ability to play an accompanying instrument to assist in rehearsals and performances.
    • Ability to instruct students in singing, harmonization, and chorus.
    • Ability to organize and coordinate work.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
    • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
    • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
    Essential Responsibilities :
    • Develops balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
    • Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
    • Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
    • Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs (including scheduled performances/concerts) and performances outside the classroom.
    • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
    • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping
    • Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
    • Coordinates with the Arts Program Coordinator and other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
    • Selects appropriate music supplies and maintains music inventory records.
    • Creates learning opportunities where students can analyze and evaluate artistic expression both intellectually and emotionally.
    • Reviews and implements modifications, accommodations, and intervention plans for all students both general and special education.
    Equipment :
    • Use of district-issued digital tools, specifically Google Suite, Schoology and others.
    Certification/Licence :
    • CT State Certification Music PK-12 (049)
    Education :
    • Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
    • Master's Degree preferred.


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