Part-Time Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Position: Music Teacher (Elementary School) 2017-2018 School Year Full-time, 10 months, Exempt Employee Summary: The music teacher is responsible for developing music curriculum and teaching classes, and also for planning and orchestrating major celebrations during school. In addition to regular music classes, the music teacher is expected to work with the classroom teachers whenever possible to integrate music into the classroom curriculum. The music teacher is expected to attend staff meetings and retreats, and to participate in the life of the school. The music teacher will report directly to the Director of Teaching and Learning. Responsibilities: *Instills aesthetic principles of music. *Teaches skills in music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in music, and/or choral music (chorus, choir, choral ensemble). *Plans a balance music program and organized daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time. *Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student. *Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for ages and skill levels of students. *Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required. *Evaluates each student’s musical growth and performance, sets goals and objectives for performance, assessing each individual’s contribution to the performance of the group. *Selects and requisitions books, musical instruments, and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records. *Communicates with parents on student progress and behavior. *Cooperates with the school administration in providing musical programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies, and civic functions *Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs. *Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities. *Planning and helping at schools celebration events *Other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.