Teacher, 7-12 Band (26-27SY)

About the Role

The teacher, specializing in 7-12 band, strings/orchestra, or choral music, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion to instruct classes and assist students in developing instrumental techniques, music reading, and performance. This role carries out Board of Education policies under the direction of the school principal.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Follow the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards.
• Create a culture of effectiveness by setting high standards and expectations for all students.
• Assist school administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develop and enforce reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure while maintaining order fairly.
• Create an engaging classroom environment that enables students to achieve learning objectives.
• Plan and implement a music program that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of students, aligning with the NC Essential Standards for Music.
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods and adapt music instruction to benefit all students.
• Integrate appropriate music technologies into instruction.
• Assess and analyze student work using a variety of methods.
• Use a consistent, fair, and supportable grading system.
• Collaborate with other arts staff and classroom teachers for arts integration and curriculum alignment.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of musical equipment using the Materials Management Inventory System (MMIS) and ensure instruments are in playing condition.
• Maintain necessary forms and records for instrumental music study.
• Pursue personal professional development and growth opportunities.
• Perform safety drills and maintain a safe instructional environment.
• Communicate program needs to the principal.
• Collaborate with principals, colleagues, and feeder school music staff to ensure program continuity.
• Seek alternative funding sources to supplement program needs.
• Coordinate field trips as needed.
• Perform related work as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including county and school board policies, procedures, and standards.
• Knowledge of Common Core and NC Essential Standards, as well as the North Carolina Testing Program for End of Course Testing.
• Knowledge of General Statute 115C of the NC State Law concerning Public Education and CMS policies, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the CMS Strategic Plan.
• Knowledge of secondary music curriculum principles, standards, and expectations.
• Knowledge of how to use data and information to make instructional decisions for students.
• Knowledge of various learning styles, curriculum development, program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment, and research related to learning.
• Skilled in verbal and written communication, as well as computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to business needs.
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings and mediums.
• Ability to problem-solve using sound judgment and maintain confidentiality regarding school system business.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to recognize various learning styles and appropriate levels of intellectual and social development.
• Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment.