Teacher - General Music/Chorus

JOB SUMMARY

This position plans and implements an instructional music program which provides an opportunity for students to learn about and enjoy musical experiences as performers and consumers in a positive learning environment and is appropriate to the needs, interests and abilities of the students served.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Teaching Tasks

• Provides Instruction
• Teaches at an appropriate instructional level
• Provides content development
• Builds for transfer
• Assesses and Encourages Student Progress
• Promotes student engagement
• Monitors student progress
• Responds to both adequate and inadequate student progress
• Supports students
• Manages the Learning Environment
• Uses time efficiently
• Maintains effective physical setting for instruction
• Maintains appropriate student behavior in the classroom

Virtual Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the Virtual Platform in written and oral form, including electronic media, using positive interpersonal skills
• Uses a variety of programs and software applications, as appropriate, to complete instructional and administrative tasks
• Participate in professional learning to enhance ability to provide engaging online instruction a. Participate in required Professional Learning that leads to virtual teaching endorsement
• Clearly articulates deadlines, schedules, and procedures to students and parents to ensure that students complete coursework in a timely manner

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Teacher Duties and Responsibilities
• Follows professional practices consistent with school and district policies in working with students, students’ records, parents, and colleagues
• Interacts in a professional manner with students and parents
• Is available to students and parents for conferences according to district policies
• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communications
• Maintains confidentiality of students and students’ records
• Works cooperatively with school administrators, special support personnel, colleagues, and parents
• Complies with school, district, and state administrative regulations and Board of Education policies
• Conducts assigned classes at the times scheduled
• Enforces regulations concerning student conduct and discipline
• Is punctual
• Provides adequate information, plans, and materials for substitute teacher
• Maintains accurate, complete and appropriate records and files reports promptly
• Attends and participates in faculty meeting and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policy
• Complies with conditions as stated in the Contract of Employment
• Demonstrates professional practices in teaching
• Models correct use of language, oral and written
• Demonstrates accurate and up-to-date knowledge of content
• Implements designated curriculum
• Maintains lesson plans as required by school policy
• Assigns reasonable tasks and homework to students
• Acts in a professional manner and assumes responsibility for the total school program, its safety and good order
• Takes precautions to protect records, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assumes responsibility for supervising students in out-of-class settings
• Other Duties
• Recruits and tests prospective choral music students.
• Teaches general music students in grades K through 5 in accordance with the course of study and materials as outlined in the Bibb County Curriculum Guide and county adopted books; develops written sequential lesson plans weekly and presents them to the principal.
• Develops and directs at least one performing choral music group annually which will be assessed by judges at a Georgia Music Educators Association large group festival.
• Performs teaching responsibilities as identified in the Georgia Teacher Evaluation Program criteria.
• Maintains contact with parents and school administration regarding the school music program.
• Adheres to the Georgia Music Educators Association rules as well as the Georgia Department of Education policies regarding eligibility of 6th grade students each quarter for classes requiring performances outside the regular school day.
• Maintains inventory records of all instruments and equipment.
• Submits orders and necessary reports in a timely manner; attends staff meetings as scheduled.
• Plans and performs musical programs for approved school, civic, social and professional organizations as well as the general public.
• Participates in workshops, staff development courses, in-service conferences and related activities for the purpose of continued professional growth.
• Schedules periodic rehearsals and instructional periods outside school hours to augment in-school instruction in preparation for various performances.
• Performs other duties as required by the District, the school, or student need.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of student growth and development
• Knowledge of music including theory, instruction and directing.
• Knowledge of band and orchestral instruments.
• Knowledge of elementary general music teaching strategies.
• Knowledge of a piano keyboard.
• Knowledge of choral group skills.
• Ability to play simple piano accompaniments for elementary choral arrangements.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and use technology effectively including computerized music programs.
• Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with students, school and system employees, parents and the general public.
• Ability to develop, organize and direct elementary music programs and activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, community groups, and others as required.
• Ability to read, teach and direct music.
• Skills in sight-singing.
• Ability to plan integrated lesson plans in support of the school Instructional Program.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to obtain clearance certificate from GaPSC.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain GaPSC certification in Music K-12

Salary/Terms/Benefits:

1. 190 day work year.
2. Salary based on certification and experience; placement on the Adopted Salary Schedule and position supplement(s).
3. Excellent benefits package (including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; employee assistance program); personal and sick leave; membership in Teachers’ Retirement System.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Complete an online application.
2. Submit professional certificates, transcripts, and three (3) professional evaluations and/or reference letters respective to this position.
3. Submit a resume and cover letter.
4. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established.

Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications will be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.

BIBB COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Bibb County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation so long as the accommodation does not create an undue financial hardship for the district. A complete list of physical demands associated with the position can be obtained from HR.

Salary : $44,981 - $95,968