Job Purpose Statement/s: The job of "Choir Teacher" is done for the purpose/s of developing students’ music appreciation and skills through implementing District approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; developing lesson plans; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Required Attachments:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• 3 Certificated Reference Forms and/or Letters
• Valid Washington State Certification

This 0.4 FTE position will teach two periods of choir for One Year Only. Position will teach morning periods, daily.

Applicants with piano skills preferred.

The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assesses student's musical skills for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations, goals, etc.
• Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments and/or skills for the purpose of modeling the skills necessary to perform the tasks safely and/or accurately.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their vocal skills (e.g. breathing, tone production, intonation, sight reading) and overall music appreciation.
• Maintains musical instruments, equipment and supplies for the purpose of ensuring availability of required materials.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and an optimal learning environment.
• Plans four concerts per year for the purpose of displaying student performances as well as assessing student growth.
• Encourages and promotes student participation in the Regional solo/Ensemble Contest, Jr and Youth All-State. Participates in the Regional Middle School Choir Festival for the purpose of large group assessment.
• Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies.
• Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting them with classroom music programs.

Other Job Functions:

• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher’s expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

Job Requirements - Qualifications:

• Experience Required: Prior job-related experience.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

Skills to motivate students in one or more areas of music, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance. 

Knowledge of curriculum, education code, district policies, musical instruction and instrumentation.

Abilities to perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines. Significant physical abilities may include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/ field of vision, and standing/walking for varying periods of time.

• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Teaching Credential for appropriate level of instruction and/or subjects; Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, Valid Driver’s License and evidence of insurability