Middle School Chorus​/Musical Theater Teacher

Middle School Chorus/Musical Theater Teacher

Job Summary To assume responsibility for the administration of the choral program at assigned middle school by providing a quality music education program for students.

Job Title: Middle School Music Teacher

Supervisor: Principal

Terms of Employment: 190 Days

Job Specifications

• Provide instruction to choral students (1) in a variety of performance opportunities including, but not limited to: concert or mixed choir, men and/or women’s choir, show choir, jazz choir, and other solo and small ensemble experiences; (2) in effective performance practices in concert choir, jazz choir, show choir, and other appropriate venues; (3) by developing effective, daily lesson plans that incorporate a variety of research-based instructional strategies designed to maximize learning for all students;
  
  (4) that is based upon the South Carolina Standards for Choral Music Education (K-12) and reflective of guidelines and procedures outlined in the HCS district Curriculum Guide, the MENC Choral Education Guidelines, and the South Carolina Music Educators Association Handbook; (5) that is part of a consistent, comprehensive, and sequential K-12 curriculum developed and implemented in conjunction with the middle school director(s) and school fine arts departmental expectations;
  
  (6) that utilizes an appropriate grading system consistent with district, school, and departmental expectations; (7) in a safe and orderly environment built upon an effective classroom management plan that is consistent with school administration expectations; (8) in a positive classroom environment that encourages individual and ensemble achievement.
• Be responsible for performances of the choirs of the assigned school as follows: (1) provide a minimum of two local public concerts by choirs during the school year; (2) perform for appropriate on-campus school events; (3) perform ceremonial music for events and activities of the school which may include performing the National Anthem, school songs, or other appropriate ceremonial music when required;
  
  (4) select, with guidance from the school principal, a limited number of off campus performance experiences which contribute to the educational objectives of the choral program. Might include, but not limited to:
  All County, Region, and State Choral auditions and clinics, State Concert Choir Festival, Solo and Ensemble Festival, concert exchanges or tours, etc.
• Maintain appropriate and current records which should include: (1) inventory and check-out records for instruments, uniforms, music, and other materials; (2) correspondence and related communications; (3) enrollment and voicing records; (4) attendance, grades, registration, and related information; (5) financial records of school, school district, booster club, and other funds; (6) other records as necessary for the efficient operation of the choral program.
• Develop plans for daily rehearsals and extra-curricular rehearsals in order to provide efficient use of students’ time and the acquisition of skills and concepts.
• Effectively communicate with school and district administrators concerning choral activities and seek guidance and/or permission in advance as appropriate.
• Develop and distribute an annual schedule of choral events and activities to provide timely notice of such events to administrators, parents, and students.
• Serve as the school's liaison to the choral booster club if one exists.
• Complete all school and district reports, surveys, and other paperwork within designated timelines/deadlines.
• Attend district staff meetings and events and maintain good communication with district administrators through principals.
• Maintain choral facilities in a clean and organized manner.
• Keep parents, the public, and media, through appropriate administrators, apprised of choral activities, events, and accomplishments.
• Coordinate with the middle school choral director(s) to plan and organize performances and other events in a manner which addresses the needs of the total choral program in grades 6-12.
• Assume other responsibilities as necessary for the effective operation of the choral program and any other such…