Job Title
Music Teacher (High School)
Department
Teaching and Learning
Reports To
Receives administrative direction from the Principal or other administrative official of a higher grade
Summary of Classification
This class is accountable for facilitating learning, academic achievement and personal development by providing instruction to students. This class also develops and implements curriculum and lesson plans, utilizes technology to facilitate learning, and demonstrates understanding of the varying learning styles and the needs of a diverse student population.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A. Education and Experience
* Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
Special Requirement
* In addition to the checking of references and facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made prior to appointment.
C. Licenses, Certifications and Other Requirements
* Employment in this class is conditional upon possession of a valid Connecticut State Board of Education teaching certificate/endorsement Music, Pre‑K‑12 (049).
* Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle operator’s license.
D. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Considerable knowledge of core curriculum areas for which the teacher is responsible for instructing, including specialized knowledge in music.
* Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies.
* Knowledge of child development; classroom management techniques; instructional technologies; learner outcomes; learning theory; student learning styles and needs; multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
* Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research Based Interventions (SRBI); some knowledge of community resources; excellent listening skills.
* Skill in classroom management, organization, presentation, human relations, mediation, conflict management, interpersonal interactions, maintaining and developing reports.
* Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, other school staff, administration, and community members of diverse backgrounds; adapt teaching styles; apply PBIS and SRBI principles; communicate effectively orally and in writing.
* Ability to evaluate student performance and present evaluations to foster higher achievement; multitask; plan and implement lesson plans based on district and school goals; provide appropriate instruction in core subjects; utilize computer and multimedia technology; work in a cooperative learning environment; work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Position Supervises
* May direct the work of paraprofessionals.
Essential Functions
* Advises, assists, and supervises students with internships, volunteering, and community service projects, securing training stations and employment, and regarding various district, state, and national competitions.
* Evaluates student performance through examinations, homework assignments, and other methods, promotes student achievement, maintains required student records, submits required reports including report cards to the principal or other school administrators, assesses students’ academic, behavioral and vocational needs, determines student mastery of subjects, and facilitates district‑wide testing of students.
* Implements the goals, objectives and standards of the district, the school, and the specific program or department, following a prescribed course of study as delineated in curriculum outlines and authorized by the building principal; develops, adapts, and updates curriculum; and develops and implements lesson plans.
* Maintains contact and communications with parents, works with them in the development of each student, schedules and holds parent conferences, recruits students into classes and specialized programs, and enrolls students, maintaining classroom databases on students.
* Participates in staff development and professional growth activities, as required and as requested, participates in in‑service activities or educational opportunities to maintain current teacher certifications, and mentors new teachers.
* Performs classroom management duties, enforces school rules governing conduct, takes appropriate disciplinary action, ensures safety of students, and maintains an appropriate classroom‑learning environment.
* Performs related duties such as enforcing district and school guidelines regarding health and hygienic conditions and practices; coordinates co‑curricular and extracurricular activities; participates in bus, lunch, and playground duty assignments, attends and participates in school planning and staff meetings, serves on committees, monitors classroom and student budgets, provides information for grant‑writing processes, and develops, organizes, and implements students’ performances, presentations and exhibits.
* Provides instruction in the core and age‑appropriate curriculum, assessing initial knowledge or skills, using instructional resources and technologies, including computer technology; develops and implements instructional activities; orders instructional materials and supplies; collaborates with other teachers, staff, resources, and volunteers; provides remediation when necessary; revises teaching methodology to accommodate students; maintains instructional equipment; and engages in team teaching when appropriate.
* Regarding special‑needs students, in conjunction with special education teachers, determines the least restrictive environment, assists with completion of due process reports and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs); coordinates mainstreaming of special‑needs students; participates in Planning and Placement Team (PPT) and/or Central Planning and Placement Team (CPPT).
* Performs related duties as requested.
Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements
Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.
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