The middle school chorus/music teacher plans, organizes and presents instruction and instructional environments that assist students in learning subject matter and skills contributing to their educational and social development.The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.Provides learning experiences and teaches the course of study prescribed by the District approved curriculum.Instruct pupils in general music and chorus.Prepares lesson plans and establishes course goals.Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students.Establishes and maintains standards of student control required to achieve effective participation in all activities.Selects music and supplies for courses.Demonstrates method and procedure to pupils.Observe and evaluate pupils' work to determine student progress or to make suggestions for improvement.Provides appropriate instruction and activities for students to meet school/district policies, goals, and objectives.May specialize in teaching one or more areas of music, such as music theory, performance, and chorus.May direct planning and supervision of student contests and arranging of student performances.Communicates with parents through a variety of means in addition to report card cycles.Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and/or professional growth activities and university courses.