Part-time Music Teacher (Strings/Orchestra) for the 2020/2021 School Year
- Employer
- Catalina Foothills School District
- Location
- Tucson, AZ, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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- Job Category
- Teaching, Fine Arts Teacher, Instrument / Orchestra / Band Teacher
- Job Type
- Part-Time
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Certified-Middle and High School/ Music - Instrumental
10/21/2020
Orange Grove Middle School
10/26/2020
Open until Filled
CFSD is seeking a certified music teacher that specializes in Strings to teach middle school strings classes as part of a long-term plan to build an exemplary strings/orchestra program.
Definition : The strings/orchestra teacher will have responsibility for the development of an exemplary and articulated strings/orchestra curricular program. Responsibilities include instruction within established curriculum guidelines and school/community performances at Orange Grove Middle School.
Essential Functions: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in the job class.)
General Responsibilities :
- Implements by instruction and action the district philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives, and best practices in music;
- Develops an exemplary educational program of study for strings/orchestra instruction, assessment, and performance;
- Plans a balanced music program and organizes class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time;
- Executes the subject matter knowledge requirements and pedagogical approaches specific to Strings to engage student performers and provide an effective program;
- Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives;
- Utilizes repertoire of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that is appropriate for the ages and skill levels of the students;
- Differentiates methods and materials for the purpose of providing lessons and assignments appropriate to the varying levels of students' skills;
- Collaborates with colleagues in planning instructional goals, objectives and methods;
- Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals and musical performances;
- Assesses student growth and performance toward objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration;
- Plans, rehearses and directs students in musical programs for the school and community;
- Collaborates with school administration in providing musical programs for school performances;
- Maintains inventory of equipment and materials, including the management of storage and use of school-owned property; requests repairs to instruments as required;
- Utilizes communication skills and strategies to recruit students and build a strong and thriving district-wide strings/orchestra program;
- Maintains positive working relationships with parents, students, and teachers;
- Provides progress reports/report cards as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation;
- Maintains accurate permanent academic and attendance records for students;
- Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Governing Board Policy;
- Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g., district, faculty, department, special education, school improvement) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions;
- Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional resources;
- Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others;
- Maintains and improves professional competence;
- Performs other reasonable duties as may be directed by the principal.
Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Governing Board Policy on Evaluation of Certificated Personnel.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
- Appropriate teaching certificate (Arts Education with Music) or Secondary (grades 6-12) teaching certificate with Music endorsement as issued by the State of Arizona
- Thirty (30) college credit hours in Music
- Strong knowledge of strings pedagogy
Commitment and Dependability:
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Must be self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented
- Must maintain professional demeanor with strong ethical standards and ability to adapt to change
- Must have the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Must adhere to district and state policies and procedures
- Will manage and maintain confidential information
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