Classroom Teacher / Music

Job Description:

Job Description

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MUSIC TEACHER (STRINGS)

POSITION: Elementary School Music Teacher - Strings

Qualifications Required:

• Holds or is eligible for the Connecticut State Certification as a Music Teacher (PK-12)

• Possesses a degree from an accredited college or university

• Capable of establishing positive and productive working relationships with teachers and students

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate

Reports to: Intermediate School Principal

Job Goal

• To provide instrumental music lessons and classroom experiences to beginning strings students which foster an appreciation of music and nurture musical talents.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Provide small group lessons to beginning orchestra students based on their skill level.

• Conduct rehearsals for the school orchestras to prepare for performances.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive music curriculum that caters to the needs of all students.

• Create a classroom atmosphere which inspires children's innate love for music.

• Organize, rehearse and direct concerts and other musical events that showcase students' achievements.

• Maintains the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required

• Communicates effectively with parents and school personnel on pupil progress and support student progress.

• Participates in faculty, department and curriculum development programs and committees.

• Maintains professional competence through a variety of activities including in-service education provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities related to music.

• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities of a certified professional as the Principal may assign from time to time

Terms of Employment:

• Salary and work year to be established by the Contract between the Weston Board of Education and the Weston Teachers Association.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board of Education's policy.