Part-Time Master Class Instructor (26-27 SY)- Fine Arts & Enrichment

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
MASTER CLASS INSTRUCTOR
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Master Class Instructor
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt
FUNDING SOURCE: Local – Fine Arts Department
REPORTS TO: Head Campus Band Director
PAY GRADE: According to Board Approved Salary Schedule
DEPARTMENT: Fine Arts
DATE REVISED: May 10, 2019

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Master class teachers will provide instruction to students of a particular
instrument (i.e. flute, trumpet, oboe, violin, etc.) Students will be taught in small group settings ranging
from 2 to 25 students. Master classes will focus on the finer details of playing an instrument (i.e.tone
production, breathing, vibrato, technique, range, flexibility, musicality, playing positions, etc.) Master
classes will be one hour in length and will be held on an Irving ISD campus.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:

• High school degree or GED.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge and strong playing ability of said instrument.
• Ability to work with small groups of students in a positive and productive manner.
• Strong organizational, communication,and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to access student instrumental needs and prescribe possible solutions for
enrichment and remediation.

Minimum Experience:
Knowledge of the instrument

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Present master classes to small groups of students in a positive and productive manner as
requested by the campus band director.
2. Maintain a cooperative working relationship with band directors, band members and all band staff.
3. Ability to access student instrumental needs and prescribe possible solutions for enrichment and
remediation.
4. Solutions for enrichment/remediation will be communicated to students and directors.
5. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITIES:

none

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Must maintain emotional
control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate
ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and
analyze data for decision-making. Frequent in-district and occasional in-state or national travel.
Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and
District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal
protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and
being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities
assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may
be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.