Choir Director / Teacher

Heritage Academy•Queen Creek, AZ

20h

About The Position

The Choir Director / Teacher plans, organizes, and implements an instructional program in a secondary learning environment to guide scholars in developing and fulfilling their academic potential. The position works under the supervision of the Principal. The role includes preparing and delivering lessons, supporting active learning, monitoring student progress and behavior, maintaining student records, and communicating with students, colleagues, and parents. The position also involves participating in department, school, district, and parent meetings, and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

2–3 years of experience as a choir director of youth.
Ability to enforce high standards of behavior, dress, and character in oneself and with students.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Professional and friendly disposition.
Proficiency with computers and software applications, including Microsoft Office tools.
Must be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S. 15-512.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in vocal/music education or a related major, with an emphasis in education/teaching.
Experience in an academic setting.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and tests in accordance with established procedures.
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing classroom rules and procedures.
Maintain discipline in accordance with school rules and disciplinary systems.
Provide appropriate feedback on student work.
Encourage and monitor individual student progress and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
Update records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.
Prepare required reports on students and activities.
Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings.
Communicate regularly with students, colleagues, and parents about student progress and needs.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
Prepare the classroom for class activities.
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for educational activities.
Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development.
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned.