Music Teacher

Grand Rapids Public Schools•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description. GRPS MISSION : Our mission is to ensure that all scholars are educated, self-directed and productive members of society. Music Teacher Department: Fine Arts/PE Bargaining Unit: Grand Rapids Education Association (GREA) Wage: Compensation is determined by a structured salary schedule. The starting salary is based on the candidate’s degree level and verified years of licensed or certificated experience. Direct Supervisor: Director of Fine Arts/PE JOB SUMMARY The General Music Teacher is responsible to prepare scholars in general music in multiple building. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular on time and in person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following: Responsible for developing a high-quality general music program using research based instructional strategies as the foundations for creating successful music Provide sound music instruction enabling all scholars to know and demonstrate the foundations of general music - singing techniques, music reading/literacy, and application of theoretical knowledge through, movement, instruments, musical game, etc. Provide rhythmic instructions so all scholars can count and clap age-appropriate rhythmic patterns independently Develop lesson plans based on the music curriculum, the GRPS academic plan, support departmental goals, and scholars’ needs Implement a plan addressing all learning styles, which allows each scholar to succeed through differentiated instruction Plan and execute a minimum of two performances per building per year Communicate with feeder schools – middle school to establish program articulation and successful transition for scholars Evaluate scholar progress based on formal and informal assessment to inform instruction Grade scholars and input the data into the computer-based grading program Attend meetings and workshops to stay current with educational practice Provide a safe, effective classroom environment that is focused on learning and scholar growth Establish and maintain timely effective written/oral communication with scholars, parents, building and district level staff Create and maintain positive relations with scholars, parents, staff, and community Exercise good judgment implementing school district policies, procedures, guidelines, and law Serve as a role model for all scholars and within the school community Keeps organized classroom spaces, music library, scholar attendance Work effectively with diverse scholars and staff of various backgrounds Other duties as assigned Parent and Community Engagement Make and maintain regular, positive contact with parents via phone calls, email and/or home visits including communicating scholar progress. Establish and maintain effective written and oral communication and rapport with scholars, parents, and colleagues. Participate in parent meetings, including IEP’s and Parent/Teacher Conferences. Contribute to the development of a positive attitude between the school and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions, etc. Contribute to community service and global citizenship goals Other Duties Display physical, social, mental, and emotional soundness in order to execute the duties of job. Serve as a role model for all scholars and within school community. Interact with co-workers, administration, scholars, parents, and the community in positive, supportive, and cooperative ways. Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in the decision-making processes of the school as facilitated by the building administrator. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required. Contribute to extra-curricular activities and school programs, including recess duty as requested Maintain and promote school district goals and objectives. Comply with state, federal and District policies, procedures, rules, and the union contract. Regular and on-time attendance is required. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

JX/JQ K-12 music teacher certification.
Degree in Music Education.
Must have transportation to travel between buildings.
Must be highly organized and able to maintain accurate and effective records across multiple buildings.
Consistently demonstrate dependable attendance and punctuality.
Demonstrated understanding of current research as to how children learn and the ability to motivate scholar to perform at their best.
Demonstrated ability to work in an economically, culturally, and racially diverse environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction, by using a variety of styles, and inspire mixed culture and ability classes by creating. challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all scholars
Demonstrated ability to participate as a member of the team.
Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload.

Nice To Haves

Successful teaching experience working in a diverse setting
Successful experience and training in Orff, Kodaly, and/or Gordon methodologies preferred
Successful experience teaching K-5 general music preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for developing a high-quality general music program using research based instructional strategies as the foundations for creating successful music
Provide sound music instruction enabling all scholars to know and demonstrate the foundations of general music - singing techniques, music reading/literacy, and application of theoretical knowledge through, movement, instruments, musical game, etc.
Provide rhythmic instructions so all scholars can count and clap age-appropriate rhythmic patterns independently
Develop lesson plans based on the music curriculum, the GRPS academic plan, support departmental goals, and scholars’ needs
Implement a plan addressing all learning styles, which allows each scholar to succeed through differentiated instruction
Plan and execute a minimum of two performances per building per year
Communicate with feeder schools – middle school to establish program articulation and successful transition for scholars
Evaluate scholar progress based on formal and informal assessment to inform instruction
Grade scholars and input the data into the computer-based grading program
Attend meetings and workshops to stay current with educational practice
Provide a safe, effective classroom environment that is focused on learning and scholar growth
Establish and maintain timely effective written/oral communication with scholars, parents, building and district level staff
Create and maintain positive relations with scholars, parents, staff, and community
Exercise good judgment implementing school district policies, procedures, guidelines, and law
Serve as a role model for all scholars and within the school community
Keeps organized classroom spaces, music library, scholar attendance
Work effectively with diverse scholars and staff of various backgrounds
Other duties as assigned
Make and maintain regular, positive contact with parents via phone calls, email and/or home visits including communicating scholar progress.
Establish and maintain effective written and oral communication and rapport with scholars, parents, and colleagues.
Participate in parent meetings, including IEP’s and Parent/Teacher Conferences.
Contribute to the development of a positive attitude between the school and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions, etc.
Contribute to community service and global citizenship goals
Display physical, social, mental, and emotional soundness in order to execute the duties of job.
Serve as a role model for all scholars and within school community.
Interact with co-workers, administration, scholars, parents, and the community in positive, supportive, and cooperative ways.
Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in the decision-making processes of the school as facilitated by the building administrator.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Contribute to extra-curricular activities and school programs, including recess duty as requested
Maintain and promote school district goals and objectives.
Comply with state, federal and District policies, procedures, rules, and the union contract.
Regular and on-time attendance is required.
Other duties as assigned.