Winterset CSD:

We will strive for excellence, ensuring all students are

College, Career, and Life Ready.

Job Description

7-8th Grade Instrumental Music Teacher

TITLE: 7-8th Grade Instrumental Music Instructor

DEPARTMENT: 5-12 Music Department

REPORTS TO: Building Principal7-12 Activities Director

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Director of TeachingLearning and other band instructors

BASIC FUNCTION: Responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring a high-quality educational program that meets the individual learning and social-emotional needs of all students.

KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION:

Required:

• Valid Iowa Teaching License w/ 5-12 Music Endorsement
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Music Education
• Knowledge of subject, curriculum, and effective teaching practices

Desired:

• Previous experience in similar position
• Demonstrated ability to lead and direct a comprehensive instrumental music program..

SKILLS AND JOB FUNCTIONS (For all Winterset CSD Positions)

Demonstrated Experience or is Willing to Acquire the Following Skills:

• Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of the district mission of "We will empower a community of lifelong learners who strive for personal excellence through meaningful relationships and real world, authentic learning experiences."
• Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of the districts core values;
• Excellence - high expectations for all in everything we do
• Innovation - in our approach to problem solving and learning
• Pride - in self, others, school, and community
• Relationships - amongst all stakeholders as foundational to our success.
• Sense of Belonging - where all students, staff, and community members feel valued and connected.
• Exhibits essential dispositions necessary to build positive working relationships with administration, colleagues, parents, students and the Winterset community.
• Ability to Affirm and Encourage Others
• Ability to Grow Groups
• Self-Control
• Social Skills
• Self-motivated
• Optimistic
• Ability to Demonstrate Genuine Caring
• Exhibits effective communication skills
• Demonstrates the ability to be self-directed and problem solve
• Demonstrates enthusiasm towards learning and continuous growth as an educator and individual.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude towards others and as an educator.
• Demonstrates self-efficacy in that their actions empower others to learn.
• Demonstrates confidentiality as needed and required.
• Seeks out opportunities to improve professional competence through professional development.
• Identifies individually and collaboratively areas for growth and seeks out opportunities to grow in these areas.
• Complies with all Winterset Community School District Board Policies, Handbook Policies, and Contractual Responsibilities.

INSTRUCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leadership, supervision and organization in the 7-8th grade instrumental music program
• Serve as the primary instructor for:
• 7-8th Grade Band

• Work with MS and HS Band instructors to create a comprehensive band program that prepares students to perform to the best of their ability.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the District.

CLASSROOM RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, administrative guidelines, or specific program requirements.
• Conducts student assessments to identify individual student needs to plan instruction, and/or to determine intervention strategies.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides frequent progress reports to parents and students (if applicable).
• Collaborates with appropriate building and district personnel regarding student needs.
• Develops a social contract with students within each class they teach that follows the principles of Capturing Kids Hearts.
• Develops and communicates reasonable expectations of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Contacts parents frequently regarding student improvement and conducts conferences.
• Implements all district policies and expected practices.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adheres to the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships and works cooperatively with students, parents and colleagues.
• Meets deadlines, is punctual and completes assigned tasks with minimal assistance.
• Participates in discussion or activities focused on using research to improve teaching and learning.
• Takes an active interest in the school and community. Attends meetings and serves on staff/district committees.
• Other duties as assigned by the principal.

Terms of Employment: Salary and work year to be established in accordance with provisions of the Comprehensive Agreement.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Comprehensive Agreement.

Physical Requirements: Bending, carrying, climbing, travel between job sites, lifting, pushing-pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, and walking

Working Conditions: Includes extremes of temperature and humidity. Hazards include stairs and communicable diseases.

The statement contained herein describes the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.

Any employee not covered by a negotiated contract agreement is an "at-will" employee. Either the school district or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause, so long as there is no violation of applicable federal or state law. The school district can define the number of days notice required of a terminating employee.

Notice of Nondiscrimination:

It is the policy of the Winterset Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district's Equity Coordinator, 303 Wambold Drive, Winterset Iowa, (515) 462-2718.