Music Teacher (Band Director)

**Music Teacher ( Band Director)**

**Position Purpose**
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' understanding, appreciation of the art of music, including listening a wide range of musical genre, periods and styles.
To identify, promote and develop each student's talents in vocal and instrumental musical expression.

**Essential Functions**

* Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
* Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
* Develops balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
* Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
* Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
* Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom
* Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
* Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
* Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
* Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during practice, rehearsal and performances.
* Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
* Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.

**Additional Duties**
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
**Note:** The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

**Equipment**
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

**Travel Requirements**
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**

* Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
* Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
* Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
* Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
* Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
* Ability to organize and coordinate work.
* Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
* Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
* Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

**Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards**
Works in standard office and school building environments.
**Note:** Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

**Certification/License:**

Applicants must have a current Utah teaching license or have the ability to obtain a current Utah teaching license outlined by the guidelines of the Utah State Board of Education (USBE).

* USBE License: Professional License
* USBE License Area: Secondary Education (6-12)
* Utah State Certification as a Music Teacher.
* Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

**Education:**

* Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
* Masters Degree preferred.

**Experience:**
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

**FLSA Status:       Exempt**

**Contract**
**Full time, 187 Days, paid over 12 months**
**Certified Salary Schedule**
**Benefit Eligible at a full -time certified rate**
**8 days sick leave and 4 days personal leave per fiscal year.**