Secondary: Assistant Director Orchestra Teacher

Job Overview

The Teacher Assistant Director Orchestra Secondary will assist the Head Orchestra Director with the planning and implementation of the instructional program for the campus string and full orchestras. The incumbent will assist in managing aspects of the campus orchestra program. The incumbent will fulfill professional responsibilities related to teaching secondary orchestra courses and assisting with the management of the instructional program.

Prolonged or irregular work hours are required. Some overnight and/or out-of-town travel are required.

• In coordination with the Head Orchestra Director, implement, monitor, and maintain progress with group and individual instruction, rehearsals, and performances for the campus string orchestras and full orchestra
• In coordination with the Head Orchestra Director, plan appropriate learning activities including determination of appropriate type and level of materials and implement an instructional program that provides an appropriate learning sequence, considering different learning styles and a range of abilities
• Assess student achievement as related to desired educational goals and outcomes and maintain appropriate assessment documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes
• Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement
• Manage the behavior of learners in the instructional setting to ensure the environment is conducive to the learning process; assist and participate in management of student behavior in all parts of the school, center, school grounds, or work site both during and outside of school hours; monitor and enforce compliance with the Fort Bend ISD Student/Parent Handbook and Student Code of Conduct
• Ensure classroom and/or instructional environment is attractive, healthful, safe, and conducive to learning and that materials are accessible to students and in good condition

• Perform all duties as assigned by the Head Orchestra Director, campus administration, and/or Director of Fine Arts
• Implement sectional, small group, and large ensemble instruction in the fall and spring semester to provide adequate preparation for all concerts, competitions, auditions, and events
• Continually communicate with students on instructional expectations and keep them informed of their progress in meeting those expectations
• Ensure continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of student(s) progress
• Comply with established FBISD policies and procedures regarding fundraising, budget management, inventory and materials management, student travel, employee travel, private lessons, and the submission of entry forms and fees by prescribed deadlines
• Provide proper student supervision during and after all program activities until all students have left the area

• Ensure standards of professional conduct are maintained (Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators)
• Understand and uphold all rules, regulations, and dates that pertain to the instrumental music program (UIL, TMEA, and FBISD policies all apply)
• Participate in all UIL, TMEA and FBISD sponsored events; encourage student participation in all competitions/events related to the instructional program
• Participate in in-service, professional learning activities, and staff meetings as required or assigned, including meetings with the Director of Fine Arts
• Support and assist feeder programs by attending concerts/shows and offering reasonable assistance to these programs

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education or Music Performance
• Valid Teaching Certification Issued by Texas Education Agency appropriate to subject and grade level of assignment EC-12 Music, or has received statement of eligibility
• Minimum of 1 year full-time teaching experience preferred
• Effective oral and written communications skills, including the ability to use social media effectively
• Demonstrated proficiency on a musical instrument
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public, District staff, and parents
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues on the campus and in the instructional feeder pattern
• Ability to market the instructional program
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials.

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