Music Teacher Instrumental for the school year

Gates Chili Central School District
US - New York - Rochester
July 7, 2024

Position Type:
K-12 Teaching Staff/Music - Instrumental

Date Posted:
6/26/2024

Location:
Gates Chili CSD

Closing Date:
07/14/2024

The Gates Chili Central School District is dedicated to fostering curiosity, growth, and diversity within our school community. The District celebrates and embraces differences and strives to dismantle exclusion, bias, racism, and prejudice of all forms.

Position: Music Teacher (Instrumental) for the 2024-25 school year

Purpose: Under the general supervision of the Building Administrator to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, diverse, culturally safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Compensation/Pay Range: $42,750 (negotiable based on experience)Benefits:
Qualifies for District contribution to Health/Vision and/or Dental Insurance
Yes No
Qualifies for Paid Personal Time
Yes No
Qualifies for Paid Sick Time
Yes No
Qualifies for Paid Vacation Time
Yes NoSchedule: Full-time Part-time
10-month (works student calendar)
12-month

Paid hours/day: 7 hour 40 minute day including a duty free lunch of 35 minutes

Essential Functions:

Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences in the area of music integrated with history and culture
Identify and select different instructional class resources and methods to meet students varying needs
Encourages students to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible
Utilizes repertoire of all types of music, including culturally diverse music
Observe and evaluate students' performance and development in music
High-level collaboration with Building Administrator to plan for school and public performances
Promotes a classroom environment that is culturally safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials according to NYS Standards
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and mastery of musical standards
Modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed
Instructs students in the principles of the "Spartan Way" and other subject matters
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending professional development opportunities
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, for grading and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws
Encourages parent(s)/guardian involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and families
Prepares students for and participates in performances, such as school concerts
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and district policies, and establishes and maintains a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings and committees
Selects and requests appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records

Additional Duties:
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Building Administrator and other District office administrators.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles
Demonstrates strong musical skill and proficiency on instrument/vocally
Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
Ability to teach students of all ages
Ability to organize and coordinate work
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parent(s)/guardian
Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding performance and professional growth and cultural awareness
Ability to engage with culturally diverse students
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Qualifications Profile:Certification/License: NYS Certification in Music; Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment; Master's degree in related area preferred

Experience: Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus; Experience working with a diverse population of students desired

Demands, Hazards: Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel: Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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