Musical Instrument Coach (011-25)

Job Summary

Job Summary

The person in this position works under general supervision, to perform a variety of instructional and routine clerical duties designed to free the instructor from routine work related to the program and to provide specialized instruction. Primary responsibilities of the position are to:

• Provide individual and group lessons on musical instruments.

• Develop and implement personalized lesson plans to meet the needs and goals of each student.

• Prepare students for recitals, concerts, auditions, and competitions; contribute to the overall development of the music program.

• Collaborate with other music instructors and the music director to plan and execute performances.

• Evaluate and track student progress, providing feedback and adjusting teaching methods as necessary.

• Maintain an encouraging and supportive learning environment.

• Stay current with developments in music education theory and pedagogy.

• Assist with music program administrative tasks as needed (e.g., scheduling, communication with parents).

• Promote a culture of discipline, creativity, and excellence within the music program.

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Requirements / Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE OF: - Variety of musical styles and genres; - Familiarity with music software and teaching aids;

• Digital tools and resources for music education

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of training, education and experience, which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position. Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field (preferred). Proficiency in one or more musical instruments, with a strong performance background. Previous teaching experience, preferably with students of various age groups. Note: Incumbent is not required to hold California Teaching Credential.

Comments and Other Information

Current employees working in a different job classification and desiring to make application for a vacant position should complete and submit an Application for Classified Employment to the Personnel Office prior to the posted deadline. An employee requesting to transfer from one work site to another work site in the same job classification, must complete and submit a classified Request for Transfer to the Personnel Office prior to the deadline. Outside applicants will also be considered. The Moorpark Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying and sexual harassment based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, immigration status, marital status, parental status, family status, pregnancy status, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other specified characteristic such as hairstyles or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in all educational programs, school related or school sponsored activities, school attendance or employment policies which may have an impact or create a hostile environment at school as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, the Equity in Higher Education Act, and other applicable laws and regulations. For questions or concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying or sexual harassment, please contact the District's Discrimination, Equity, and Title IX Compliance Officers: Dr. Jane Wagmeister, Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services, jwagmeister@mrpk.org, or Dr. Cathrine Lasure, Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Services, clasure@mrpk.org, 5297 Maureen Lane, Moorpark, CA 93021, (805) 378-6300. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITY: Special arrangements for the applicant and testing process for individuals with a disability can be made by informing the Moorpark Unified School District's Personnel Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on this announcement.

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