Arvada West High School

Arvada West High School is home to a comprehensive music program, including multiple choirs, jazz band, concert bands, orchestra, and numerous extracurricular ensembles.. The Instrumental Music Director would be responsible for teaching primarily concert and jazz bands as well as serving as the head director of the marching band.. Additional possible opportunities could include collaboration with our theater director on musical productions each spring by overseeing the pit orchestra, where duties include auditioning musicians, rehearsing the orchestra, and directing the ensemble through the entirety of the production.. Possess an excellent grasp of music pedagogy including expertise in wind, percussion, jazz, and string techniques.. Model and teach proper technique on all band and/or orchestra instruments, strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion.

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Job Posting: 28345Teacher Secondary - Instrumental Music 9-12Jefferson County Schools R1Arvada West Senior ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENTArvada West High School (AWHS) is a community-driven, achievement-oriented high school committed to maximizing student potential; we prepare all students to think critically and interact responsibly in a changing world. We serve nearly 1800 students in grades 9-12 and offer a variety of programming to meet the needs and interests of all Arvada West students. Our campus is 1:World; each student is issued a Chromebook to ensure equal access to the technology needed to keep learning relevant to the demands of today's workplace. We offer more than 24 AP courses, including AP Seminar and Capstone. Students can choose from a variety of workforce-ready electives such as Energy Industry Fundamentals, Cyber Cats, Teacher Cadet, and Advanced Water Studies. We encourage our teachers to pursue CTE credentials with our career preparation focus. Our staff and students take pride in our inclusive culture; Special Education students are served via co-teaching practices and we offer an innovative and inclusive program for students with significant needs. AWHS offers 20 Varsity level sports with approximately 900 students participating. Our Music and Theatre department, with an overall participation of more than 650 students, is thriving and highly regarded locally and nationally. Thirty-one percent of our students are choice enrolled and we embrace diversity with 24% minority students and 25% free or reduced lunch eligible students. At AWHS we will educate and graduate all students with the ability to be lifelong learners, make informed choices, and contribute positively to a diverse society. ABOUT YOUA teacher at Arvada West High School is an innovative thinker who challenges their students to think critically and interact responsibly in a changing world. Our teachers design learning experiences which engage students in relevant, career-focused learning. Those with a focus on inclusivity and community will thrive professionally. ABOUT THE JOBArvada West High School is home to a comprehensive music program, including multiple choirs, jazz band, concert bands, orchestra, and numerous extracurricular ensembles. The Instrumental Music Director would be responsible for teaching primarily concert and jazz bands as well as serving as the head director of the marching band. Arvada West has a strong and well rounded concert band program.   The expectations of the job include:<ul><li>Teach concert band ensembles during the day, including a non-auditioned ensemble 9-12 graders and an auditioned wind ensemble.</li><li>Ability to teach other classes to include music theory, guitar and including the marching arts.</li><li>Serve as the head director of the marching band. This includes guiding the creative direction of the organization and directing musical and visual rehearsals, while managing a staff of approximately 10-12 people. Other duties may include choreographing visual repertoire, arranging music for performance, and maintaining a strong student leadership team.</li><li>Organize, or delegate the organization of extracurricular winter percussion and winter colorguard ensembles. </li><li>Work with the athletics, student council and activities coordinators to organize and supervise an extracurricular pep band for football and basketball games, to include contributing music to other school-wide events such as assemblies and pep rallies. (Possible additional stipend)</li><li>Work with and recruit for the parent-run Instrumental Booster Organization to manage the budget for the program, facilitate fundraisers, and coordinate volunteer efforts.</li><li>Additional possible opportunities could include collaboration with our theater director on musical productions each spring by overseeing the pit orchestra, where duties include auditioning musicians, rehearsing the orchestra, and directing the ensemble through the entirety of the production. (Additional stipend)</li></ul> An exemplary candidate should: <ul><li>Possess an excellent grasp of music pedagogy including expertise in wind, percussion, jazz, and string techniques. Push themselves and the students toward musical excellence.</li><li>Be personable, compassionate, and willing to compromise. Build positive relationships with students and colleagues.</li><li>Be able to effectively manage a large program including organizing the inventory of hundreds of instruments, managing the music library, organizing extracurricular events (such as concerts, competitions, and fundraisers), and coordinating the complex calendar of the program.</li></ul> RESPONSIBILITIESSUMMARY: Manage a successful instrumental music program. This includes developing students' individual and group performance skills; music literacy; proper instrumental technique; and providing performance opportunities using a variety of styles and genres. Work collaboratively within the performing arts department, other area music teachers, and with administration to ensure the instrumental program remains a strong part of the school course programming. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.<ul><li>Plan; teach skills and concepts; assess; and reflect utilizing the Jeffco Public Schools instructional model, music curriculum tools, and Colorado Academic Standards in music.</li><li>Sequence instruction for the development of instrumental performance techniques and music reading.</li><li>Utilize effective and engaging rehearsal techniques and excellent communication skills.</li><li>Model and teach proper technique on all band and/or orchestra instruments, strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion.</li><li>Select, organize, and program diverse and challenging repertoire for varying levels of ensembles.</li><li>Guide students as they engage with and appreciate the arts; and support them in becoming life-long creators.</li><li>Identify and diagnose individual and group performance challenges; and prescribe appropriate and effective growth feedback.</li><li>Seek out opportunities for professional growth in music, implement new learning in your practice, and reflect to allow for personal growth.</li><li>Collaborate with district and articulation area colleagues to grow a thriving and active instrumental music program from elementary to middle to high school.</li><li>Recruit and retain students to maintain sustainable enrollment.</li><li>Actively seek guest artists, clinicians, and conductors to continue development of ensembles.</li><li>Schedule regular, high quality concerts, and other performance opportunities to ensure students are engaged in the community and are growing as musicians.</li><li>Collaborate with school and community organizations, including boosters if applicable.</li><li>Demonstrate willingness to assist with the production and collaboration of school music events such as musical productions.</li><li>Participate in and prepare students for State and District Band and Orchestra Honor Ensembles.</li><li>Ensure that instruments, music, and equipment are properly used, maintained, stored, and that inventory records are accurate and current.</li><li>Utilize administrative skills to manage instrumental music budget, collaborative concerts, community performance schedules, required paperwork for field trips, etc.</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul> QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold a valid Colorado teaching license or authorization. Must meet content-area qualifications, which could include the appropriate license endorsement, degree in the content area and Colorado State Board of Education approved content exam. EXPERIENCE: Instructional experience in an instrumental music ensemble classroom. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT: Strong personal musicianship. Comprehensive knowledge of band and/or orchestra techniques, pedagogy, and skills. Effective and engaging rehearsal techniques and conducting skills. Effective communication skills. Ability to recruit and retain students. Job Status: OngoingA successful external applicant will be issued a probationary contract. A successful internal applicant that currently holds a probationary or non-probationary contract with Jeffco Public Schools will maintain that contract status. HOURS AND DAYS WORKEDDesired Start Date: 08/08/2024Teacher Sec - Instrmntl MusicAnnual PositionFLSA: ExemptFTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: 185Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCE - Professional - 185 days , L01, 1Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $52,625.00 - $70,506.50 Effective as of: 08-16-2023 Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found on the Jeffco Schools Portal. The starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training, and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here. Visit our careers site to complete your application. DIRECTIONS: 1. Select the link to access our careers site.  2. Sign In to access your account or if you are not an existing user select the New User link to create one.  3. Review the job description and select the Apply button to begin your application. https://careers.jeffco.k12.co.us/psp/careers/EMPLOYEE/APPLICANT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=3&JobOpeningId=28345&PostingSeq=1 If you are a current employee of our organization please use the following link instead: https://jcshr.jeffco.k12.co.us/psp/HR92PRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_EMP_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=2&FOCUS=Employee&JobOpeningId=28345&PostingSeq=1

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