HIGH SCHOOL BAND TEACHER (0.1 FTE) INTERLAKE HIGH SCHOOL

Bellevue School District • Bellevue, WA

51d

About The Position

This position is responsible for teaching Jazz Band, Symphonic, guitar, piano. The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

Requirements

• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate with endorsements in instrumental music.
• Experience instructing 9-12th grade band students through objective and conceptual based lessons.
• Experience in working with parents and promoting parent participation in support of music education.
• Experience in teaching an advanced level high school jazz program and concert bands.
• Knowledge and skills in music score interpretation, conducting and rehearsal techniques.
• Knowledge of instrumental literature, music skills and concepts for high school level ensembles.
• Knowledge in teaching students arranging or composing with music software (Sibelius).
• Knowledge of and/or experience with instruction using sound research-based instruction, best practices and pedagogy.
• Knowledge of Bellevue School District's curriculum and instructional practices such as teacher-directed instruction, literature-based reading, problem-based learning, math problem-solving and use of math manipulatives, cooperative learning, and integrated curriculum.
• Skill and musicianship to perform proficiently on multiple wind and percussion instruments.
• Ability to manage inventories, equipment, and music library at a high level.
• Commitment to the District's vision, mission and goals.
• Demonstrates a commitment to equity through culturally relevant teaching practices through the design and implementation of instruction and high expectations for all students.
• Provides high quality instruction through knowledge of differentiated instructional practices and data-driven instructional decision-making.
• Ability and skills necessary to individualize instruction. Commitment and ability to work with a full range of students including gifted, mainstreamed special education, English language learners, and students from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
• Ability to develop students' technology literacy.
• Ability to work in a collaborative or team approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, collaboratively and positively with students, parents, and colleagues, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with students in multi-aged groups.
• Ability to use varied assessments, including performance tasks, portfolios, and student self-assessment.
• Attends ongoing professional development activities, such as college course work, professional associations, workshops, and in-service opportunities.
• Exhibits a strong and positive attitude with the belief that each student can be taught and has the right and capacity to achieve personal academic excellence.
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

Responsibilities

• Implement Bellevue School District common music curriculum (objectives and assessments).
• Collaborate with the elementary, middle and high school instructors in providing a conceptual and skill-based articulated K-12 music program.
• Collaborate with feeder middle school band directors in retaining students in the band program.
• Provide performance opportunities day and evening for band students and the community.
• Maintain extensive music, equipment and uniform inventories.
• Participate in co-leadership responsibilities for high school marching and pep bands.
• Plan and organize music program-related field trips including both one-day and extended and/or overnight trips. These will include in-state, out of state or out of country.
• Continue professional development as a lifetime learner through regular participation in district music workshops, Eastshore music region meetings and other development opportunities. Teachers will center instruction on high expectations for student achievement by establishing a culture for learning, providing clear communication with students and engaging students in learning.
• Teachers will demonstrate effective teaching practices through use of effective questioning and discussion techniques and reflection on teaching.
• Teachers will recognize individual student learning needs and develop strategies to address those needs. This will be demonstrated through knowledge of students and demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.
• Teachers will provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum through knowledge of content and pedagogy, setting instructional outcomes, knowledge of resources and designing coherent instruction.
• Teachers will foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment through creating an environment of respect and rapport, managing classroom procedures, student behavior and organizing a safe physical space for student learning.
• Teachers will use multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning. Teachers will design student assessments, use assessment in instruction, and maintain accurate student records.
• Teachers will communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community through effective and ongoing communication.
• Teachers will exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning.
• Teachers will participate in a professional community, expected to grow and develop professionally and demonstrate professionalism.
• Teachers will annually establish student growth goals to ensure student growth over time.
• Direct the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.
• Attend or participate in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional development.
• Participate in site-based decision-making processes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon .45 FTE.
• Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees