Music Teacher - Elementary

LEVEL/POSITION: TEACHER ( Music )
AREA(S) : AREA IN WHICH STAFFING IS ALLOCATED

POSITION SUMMARY: To provide an educational atmosphere in which students will move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and maturation in accordance with District philosophy, goals and objectives. Reports to Principal or Assistant Principal at assigned location.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS : Education – Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Certificates and/or Licenses – Eligible for Certification by the State of Florida or District vocational certification.
Computer Skills - Basic understanding and knowledge of use of current technology, as required for the position.



Instruction :

• Communicate with Students: Use of Oral and Written Language for Expectations, Directions, Procedures, and Explanations of Content.
• Use Questioning and Discussion Techniques: Quality Questions, Engaging Discussion Techniques, Ensuring Student Participation.
• Engage Students in Learning: Activities, Assignments, Grouping of Students, Use of Instructional Materials and Resources, Structure and Pacing.
• Use Assessment in Instruction: Assessment Criteria, Monitoring of Student Learning, Feedback to Students, Student Self-Assessment and Monitoring of Progress.
• Demonstrate Flexibility and Responsiveness: Lesson Adjustment, Response to Students, and Persistence.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• L-Light Work – Required to push, pull or lift up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. *PE, ESE and Vocational Teachers:
• M-Medium Work – Required to push, pull or lift 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.
• Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Knowledge of prescribed curriculum.
• Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, and others.

Expectations :

• Plan activities that offer differentiated learning experiences based on the level and needs of the student.
• Utilize District curriculum maps and required processes accurately and effectively in planning.
• Establish and maintain effective management of student behavior, which creates a collaborative classroom climate focused on learning and respect. Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment, build professional skill through participation in professional learning communities, and modify curriculum or instruction to build student achievement.
• Utilize District assessments and curriculum calendars effectively to assess and monitor student performance.
• Engage in continuing professional growth and keep abreast of recent developments in education through required in-service, voluntary in-service opportunities, collaborative opportunities, graduate classes, and/or research.
• Develop and implement a Deliberate Practice Plan.
• Support school and District improvement initiatives.