Music/Choir Teacher

Title

Music Teacher

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in education with a minor in music.
2. Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate and Fingerprint Clearance Card.
3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Physical Requirements

Reports To

Building Principal

Job Goal

To develop in each pupil an appreciation of the art of music as part of general culture; to teach techniques of vocal and/or instrumental music expression; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of music; to develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Instills aesthetic principles of music.
2. Teaches skills in music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in music, and/or choral music (chorus, choir, choral ensemble) to secondary pupils.   Utilizes course of study adopted by the Governing Board and other appropriate learning activities.
3. Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
4. Plans a balance music program and organized daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
5. Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
6. Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for ages and skill levels of pupils.
7. Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
8. Establishes and maintains standard of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.
9. Evaluates each pupil's musical growth and performance, sets goals and objectives for performance, assessing each individual's contribution to the performance of the group.
10. Selects and requisitions books, musical instruments, and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
11. Communicates with parents on pupil progress and behavior.
12. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
13. Cooperates with the school administration in providing musical programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies, and civic functions
14. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.
15. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
16. Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities.
17. Maintains professional competence through in-service education provided by the District and/or in self-selected professional growth activities related to music.
18. Other duties as may be assigned.

Working Environment

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year to be established by the Governing Board.