* Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Music - Vocal
* Date Posted: 12/16/2024
* Date Available: 12/16/2024
Job Description
Position is responsible for instructing secondary school students in the field of choral music and creating a safe and orderly learning environment. Position motivates students to develop an interest in and an appreciation of the art of music. Position develops knowledge, skills, and talents of students in the field of music, utilizing a variety of instructional techniques appropriate to students' interests and abilities.
Responsibilities:
* Instructs secondary school students in developing knowledge and skills in choral music in accordance with the course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
* Enables students to develop an appreciation of the art of music.
* Demonstrates techniques to students in choral music concepts.
* Develops clear and concise instructional lesson plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of preparation, instruction, and rehearsal time.
* Assigns duties to choral assistants as necessary.
* Provides individual and small group instruction and adapts the curriculum to the needs of students with varying abilities.
* Uses a variety of instructional techniques and musical repertoire appropriate for the ages and skill level of students.
* Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and creates a safe, orderly, and effective environment for learning during practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.
* Arranges opportunities for students to present musical performances both during and after school hours.
* Plans, rehearses, and directs students in musical programs for the school and community.
* Instructs students in the proper care and use of equipment.
* Organizes storage areas and controls the use of materials and equipment to prevent loss, abuse, injury, or security breach.
* Maintains an organized and workable inventory of all music and equipment related to the choral program.
* Makes minor adjustments to musical equipment and requests repairs as appropriate.
* Evaluates student performance and growth in knowledge and understandings and prepares regular progress reports.
* Conferences regularly with parents/guardians regarding behavior observations and the performance of students.
* Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
* Maintains thorough records for each student.
* Selects, requisitions, and maintains books, instructional materials, and instructional aids.
* Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Job Requirements
* Attends staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and other professional activities.
* Keeps abreast of developments, research, and new technology in the field of music education.
* Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal & Music Instructional Supervisor or other appropriate administrator.
Job Specifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Postings current as of 2/18/2026 2:23:21 PM CST.
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