Elementary District Music Teacher

UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLSLocation: District ElementaryPosition: Music TeacherLicensure: K-12 MusicReports to: Principal Employment Status: Regular/Full-time FLSA Status: ExemptDescription: Develop an appreciation of various music and musical forms; provide varied opportunities for students to become successfully involved in musical expression in an encouraging environment; assist students to learn the structure and makeup of music, i.e., notes, rhythms, beats, etc.NOTE: The lists below are not ranked in order of importanceQualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or universityAppropriate State of Ohio licensureCertification in Contemporary Music Education Methodologies preferredSuch alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriateRequired Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesKnowledge of academic area and teaching methodologyAbility to work effectively with othersAbility to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsOrganizational and problem-solving skillsTraining in varied instructional designKnowledge of child development and an understanding of age-appropriate tasksBackground/knowledge base in methodology and supervised practiceAbility to work in a team environmentComputer/word processing skillsAbility to demonstrate performance skills with keyboard and classroom instrumentsAbility to read, write, and compose music in a variety of keys and clefsEssential FunctionsEnsure the safety of studentsTeach and evaluate the students using sound instructional practicesEffectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environmentPrepare clear and timely lesson plansMaintain accurate, complete, and correct records as requiredProvide guidance and counsel to the students, which will promote their welfare and their proper educational developmentCounsel with colleagues, students, and parentsProvide complete lesson plans for substitutesMaintain and improve professional competenceEstablish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report cards, and conferencesObserve the ethics of the teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability, and sound judgmentCreate a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of studentsInstruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designatedAssess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as requiredTake all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilitiesCoordinate music with drama in special seasonal programs and graduationsOversee, coordinate, and teach music for musical assembliesSelect appropriate music for each grade levelAttend parent-teacher conferencesKeep abreast of current music and trends in the artsMake contacts with the public with tact and diplomacyMaintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student test scores, family informationInteract in a positive manner with staff, students, and parentsAttend meetings and in-services as requiredAssist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student life and conduct, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure for the classroom, and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just mannerDistribute homework assignmentsOther Duties And ResponsibilitiesMake provisions for being available to students and parents for educational-related purposes outside the instructional dayRegularly participate in music education professional development opportunitiesRefer students suspected of learning disabilities for diagnosis on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as requiredTeach students music reading, vocal production, and stage presenceAudition prospective students for musical productionsAssist in planning and writing the comprehensive arts curriculum and attend meetings on its integrationPlan, schedule, and organize educational field trips and assembliesCollaborate effectively with teachers and paraprofessionalsPlan and schedule activities to meet individual student needs and activities to support the grade level curriculumServe as a role model for studentsRespond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate mannerPerform other duties as assigned by the principal or designeeEquipment OperatedVarious office machinesComputerCalculatorTelephoneOverhead projectorCompact disc playerPrinterTVCopy machineAdditional Working ConditionsOccasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissueOccasional interaction among unruly childrenOccasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipmentFrequently move and position oneself as necessary to access and operate equipmentFrequently move around the workspace and travel throughout the school building and/or the school districtEmployee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District. This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties assigned by the incumbent's supervisor and/or appointing authority.The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.