Elementary Music Educator: Inspire Young Musicians

PURPOSE STATEMENT

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

The list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all the duties and responsibilities performed by this position.

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• 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 skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• 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.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Knowledge of:

• Current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

Skill in:

• Using a computer and related software applications.
• Using modern office equipment.

Ability to:

• Play an instrument or instruments, conduct students in playing instruments as needed.
• Instruct students in singing, harmonization, and chorus as needed.
• Communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.