Teacher, Elementary General Music (26-27 SY)

Qualifications

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Absorb and apply county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
• Understand Common Core and NC Essential Standards
• Be familiar with North Carolina Testing Program in regards to End of Course Testing
• Be knowledgeable of General Statute 115C of the NC State Law concerning Public Education
• Be aware of CMS policies, rules, and regulations and the CMS Strategic Plan
• Be informed about Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
• Have knowledge of elementary music curriculum
• Be skilled in using data and information to make instructional decisions for students
• Be aware of various learning styles, curriculum development, program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Be skilled in communication, both verbal and written
• Be proficient in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Be able to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Be able to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Be able to communicate effectively in all settings/mediums
• Be able to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Be able to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Be able to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Be able to recognize the various ways in which learning takes place and know appropriate levels of intellectual and social development of their students
• Be able to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Absorb and apply county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure
• Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
• Create a culture of effectiveness, by setting high standards and expectations for all students
• Plan and implement a program of study in music that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of assigned students
• Align instruction with the NC Essential Standards for Music and ensure a sequential course of study
• Utilize a variety of methods and adapt music instruction to benefit all students
• Incorporate a variety of methods to assess and analyze student work and what they have learned
• Utilize a grading system that is consistent, fair, and supportable by the school/district
• Collaborate with other arts staff and assist classroom teachers in arts integration, alignment, and cross-coordination of the curriculum
• Work with Materials Management Inventory System staff to maintain an accurate inventory of musical equipment
• Work to keep all instruments in playing condition
• Maintain necessary forms and records for instrumental music study
• Self-initiate opportunities for personal professional development and growth
• Communicate program needs to principal
• Collaborate with principals, colleagues, and feeder school music staff to ensure continuity in enrollment and continuation of the program
• Seek out alternative funding sources to supplement program needs
• May coordinate field trips
• Perform related work as assigned or required