Instrumental Music Teacher, 4 – 12

JOB TITLE: INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC TEACHER, GRADES 4 – 12

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Instrumental Music
• Valid Nebraska Certificate with an endorsement in Instrumental Music
• Successful teaching and/or practice teaching experience
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate

JOB GOAL: To organize and conduct a learning program that will enable students to master appropriate levels of subject matter, skills, and appreciation of music. The teacher shall make a contribution that will assist the student in the development of a positive self-image

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine-month year or as established by the Board of Education

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Reports to work as scheduled on a punctual and reliable basis
• Plans instructional objectives and activities consistent with music curriculum guidelines
• Directs and supervises small and large group activities
• Supervises student behavior in the school environment to maintain the safety and well-being of students and staff
• Selects materials suitable for designated learning objectives
• Shows concern for all students, not just those displaying musical talent and abilities
• Keeps accurate attendance and progress records
• Utilizes a variety of analytical and evaluative techniques in auditioning and placement of students
• Communicates positive support of the students in their musical development
• Relates with staff, parents, and community stakeholders through positive professional cooperation
• Supervises and provides individual and/or ensemble music lessons as time permits
• Arranges transportation of performance groups and other related items to various locations
• Plans, organizes, rehearses, and conducts in-school and out-of-school performances of small and large groups
• Maintains and replaces uniforms and other related items
• Assist with practice for Marching Band at least 2 weeks prior to the beginning of each school year
• Conduct daily and/or weekly instructional sessions for Beginning Band, Intermediate Band, Junior High Band, Senior High Band, and Jazz Band

Occasional:

• Collect fees from students
• Prepares and submits budget documents for groups, travel, equipment, and supplies
• Balance accounts
• Work with the drama department on joint musical productions
• Suggest a positive recommendation for the continuing review and development of the curriculum
• Inform students of upcoming honor bands, All-State Band, etc.
• Assist students in taping auditions of honor band, all State Band, etc.
• Actively participates in scheduled staff meetings and serves on educational committees
• Assumes responsibility for periodic conferences with parents
• Remains current with professional training and shows evidence of regular professional growth
• Recognizes the extracurricular program as integral to the educational development of the student
• Performs extra duties within the scope of employment and certification as assigned by the appropriate administrator

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong auditory acuity for music direction, auditioning, etc.
• Ability to lead and supervise large and small groups
• Musical performance talent
• Skills in oral and written communication, organization, human relations, assessment, and evaluation
• Ability to deal with stress
• Availability for extra duty hours