5/6 Grade Music Teacher

Hamilton Southeastern Schools•FISHERS, IN

About The Position

The 5/6 Grade Music Teacher teaches assigned classes in designated locations and at designated times, develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning using available resources, and supports students’ academic, behavioral, and personal development. The teacher evaluates student progress, communicates with students and parents, helps enforce school rules and policies, and carries out other reasonable assigned duties. The role also requires professional, respectful collaboration with colleagues and support for school and corporation decisions.

Requirements

Meet teacher qualifications established by state certification standards.

Responsibilities

Meet and instruct assigned classes in designated locations and at designated times.
Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of available resources.
Encourage students to set and maintain classroom behavior standards.
Use a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with available resources.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Evaluate student progress.
Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Establish and maintain open communication with students and parents about students’ academic and behavioral progress.
Perform other reasonable assigned duties.
Nurture positive relationships with superiors, subordinates, and peers, and demonstrate respect for them.
Support corporation decisions and direction regarding policy and administrative directives.
Work as a team player.
Handle sensitive issues tactfully and professionally.
Address concerns and offer suggestions appropriately and confidentially.