Music Teacher; Band Job Arcadia area,Florida USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Music Teacher (Band)
Position Type:
Middle School Teaching

Date Posted:
6/1/2026

Location:
DeSoto County Middle School

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY

TEACHER, MIDDLE SCHOOL

JOB DESCRIPTION

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.

Valid Florida teacher certification in appropriate area.

Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

:

Knowledge of child growth and development and especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group assigned. Knowledge of prescribed curriculum. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods. Knowledge of current trends, research and best practices related to education. Knowledge of School Board policies and practices as they relate to teaching.

Ability to handle problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, and others. Ability to plan, prioritize and implement activities for maximum effectiveness. Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively, analyze test results, and prescribe actions for improvement. Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.

Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators and others. Knowledge of Florida Educator Accomplished Practices and Teacher Competencies.

REPORTS TO:

Principal or designee

JOB GOAL

To provide an educational experience in which students move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and maturation.

SUPERVISES:

N/A

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning/Preparation

Create or select short- and long-range plans based on district and state curriculum requirements, student profiles and instructional priorities.

Identify specific intended learning outcomes that are challenging, meaningful, and measurable.

Plan and prepare a variety of learning activities considering individual student's culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio-economic background.

Develop or select instructional activities which foster active involvement in the learning process.

Identify, select and modify instructional materials to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles and special needs.

Participate in assessing changing curricular needs and plans for improvement.

Administrative/Management

Maintain a positive, organized and safe learning environment.

Use time effectively.

Manage materials and equipment effectively.

Use effective student behavior management techniques.

Enforce school rules, administrative regulations and Board policies.

Establish and maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures, including but not limited to, required individual student plans and reports.

Use technology for administrative tasks.

Coordinate and monitor the work of volunteers and assistants when assigned.

Assessment/Evaluation

Develop and use assessment strategies, traditional and alternative, to assist the continuous development of students.

Interpret data including but not limited to standardized and other test results for diagnosis, instructional planning and program evaluation.

Establish appropriate testing environment and test security.

Communicate, effectively and professionally, individual student progress to the student, parents, and professional colleagues who need access to the information.

Evaluate the effectiveness of instructional units and teaching strategies.

Use test data to determine needs for specific instruction.

Intervention/Direct Services

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of subject matter.

Communicate high learning expectations for all students.

Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.

Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs and which enhance the application of critical, creative and evaluative thinking capabilities.

Use appropriate material, technology, and other resources to help meet…