Instrumental Music (Asst. Band) Teacher - HCHS

Henderson County Schools•Henderson, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumental Music (Asst. Band) Teacher position for the 2026-27 school year involves working 185 days. The role requires utilizing a variety of materials and activities to achieve lesson objectives, ensuring high student engagement, and demonstrating a caring attitude towards students. Key responsibilities include employing effective questioning techniques and motivational strategies, continuously monitoring student learning, and managing classroom behavior to foster positive student-teacher relationships. The teacher must adhere to all board and school policies, align with the philosophical framework of the school and department, and attend all faculty meetings. Professional development through curriculum research, study groups, committees, workshops, and organizations is encouraged, provided it does not interfere with classroom duties. High standards of professional dress, written and spoken communication, and conduct are expected. The teacher is responsible for preparing current lesson plans, maintaining a cooperative attitude with all stakeholders, participating in extended school activities and community affairs, and demonstrating concern for students' academic and social welfare. Maintaining an orderly classroom, directing student learning appropriately, assisting students with missed work, and using acceptable disciplinary methods are also crucial. The teacher must approach discipline with understanding, avoid prejudice, and engage openly and courteously with parents/guardians regarding student progress and welfare. Outside employment is permissible only if it does not conflict with professional duties or status. The administration may assign other duties as needed.

Requirements

Kentucky certification in appropriate subject area
Physical
TB Risk Assessment
State/national criminal background check
CAN check
Drug screen

Nice To Haves

Take part in curriculum research, study groups, and other activities related to the profession
Take advantage of opportunities to upgrade professional skills as related to instructional improvement through committees, workshops, and organizations

Responsibilities

Utilize an appropriate variety of material and activities to facilitate the lesson objectives
Concentrate on accomplishing a high rate of time on task with students where students are engaged in instructional involvement
Demonstrate a caring attitude in his/her association with students
Utilize effective questioning techniques in the instructional process
Incorporate effective motivational strategies in working with students
Actively and continuously monitor student learning and assume responsibility for current student progress
Assume responsibility for the behavior of students in the classroom and work toward a positive and productive student/teacher relationship
Comply with all board and school building policies and procedures
Work within the philosophical framework of the school board, building and the departmental assignments
Attend all regular and special faculty meetings unless prevented by personal illness or excused by the principal
Demonstrate a high standard of professional dress while in the employ of the board of education
Demonstrate acceptable mastery of the written and spoken word
Prepare lesson plans which are directly related to the objectives being taught. These plans shall be current and available for a substitute teacher
Practice a friendly and cooperative attitude with students, colleagues, parents, and superiors
Assume a reasonable share of extended school activities and demonstrate a willingness to participate in school/community affairs
Demonstrate and develop understanding and concern for the academic and social welfare of students
Be responsible for maintaining a neat and orderly classroom that is conducive to learning
Direct student learning at a rate which is commensurate to the capability of the student
Be responsible for assisting students to make up work they have missed because of legitimate absences from class
Use only acceptable methods of discipline in compliance with board and school policies
Strive to understand all sides of a problem before administering discipline
Set an example before pupils and avoid any words or actions which will show prejudice against individuals or minority groups
Welcome every opportunity to discuss with parents, guardians, with open mindedness and courtesy, the problems and or progress of students
Respect the rights of and cooperate with parents / guardians regarding the welfare and development of students
Maintain high standards of conduct and attitudes at all times so as to keep the profession respectful and dignified in the eyes of the public as well as those of his/her own profession
Accept outside employment only when it does not interfere with professional duties and when it is not detrimental to his/her status with pupils or professional colleagues
Perform any other duties as assigned by the administration