Orchestra Teacher 2026-2027

Daviess County School District•Owensboro, KY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Daviess County Public Schools seeks to hire an enthusiastic, energetic, collaborative, and hard-working orchestra teacher to join an exciting multi-level program. The teacher will be the lead orchestra teacher and be responsible for orchestra instruction at Burns Middle School, College View Middle School, and Apollo High School. (One assistant director position supports instruction with teaching schedules determined typically on an annual basis.) Expected outcomes are continued individual musical growth of all enrolled students, leading to consistent presentation of ensemble excellence. Assumes professional responsibility for providing learning experiences in music and the performing arts and supervision of students in a supportive and positive climate that develops in each student the skills and attitudes. JOB DETAILS Job Class Description: TEACHER Class Code: 4054/4064 Job Title: TEACHER Supervisory Responsibilities: STUDENTS, INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT(S) IF APPLICABLE Position Type: FULL-TIME FLSA Classification: EXEMPT Reports To: PRINCIPAL Location: BURNS MIDDLE SCHOOL, COLLEGE VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL, AND APOLLO HIGH SCHOOL Compensation: Commensurate with salary range on the DCPS certified salary schedule Hours Per Day: 7 HOURS PER DAY Contracted Days: 186 DAYS PER YEAR QUALIFICATIONS Required: Bachelor’s Degree in field of assignment Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for Music Preferred: Actively and energetically publicize program to recruit new string students; set goals and plan for future growth of the program. Plans a balanced music program and organizes daily class time so that preparation, instruction, and rehearsal can be accomplished within the allotted time. Plan and present public concerts in the schools, throughout the district and in the community at large. Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and initiates repairs to instruments as required with the designated vendor. Work proactively and cooperatively with band and choir personnel to ensure the mutual benefit of all district music programs. Provide feedback specifically to administration regarding growth trajectory of the program. Solicit and actively coordinate the efforts of parent volunteer supporters. Maintain a current and accurate inventory of all orchestra equipment and advise administration of needs in a timely manner. Maintain an orchestra library. Actively participate in professional organizations which foster and support music education. Maintain professional competence through in-service educational activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities related to music. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as requested. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents. Knowledge Of: Basic computer skills including use of mouse and keyboard to navigate computer, e-mail, and websites Subject matter in area of assignment Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities Curriculum, instruction and assessment Short and long-range planning techniques applicable to area of specialty Record-keeping skills Oral and written communication skills Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities Pedagogy in area of certification JOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary: Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional and psychological growth and maturation. Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities: · Instructs and supervises students in and out of the classroom. · Reports to work promptly and maintains continuity of instruction throughout the school year. · Protect confidential information. · Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning. · Prepares for classes assigned, and shows documented evidence of preparation upon request of administrator. · Encourages students to set and maintain high expectations of classroom behavior. · Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, to meet the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. · Strives to implement the district’s mission, instructional goals and objectives. · Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. · Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation. · Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policies. · Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms through appropriate parent teacher conferences. · Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serves on assigned committees and co-curricular activities. · Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods. · Works to establish and maintain open and professional lines of communications with students and their parents/guardians. · Responsible for professional growth in accordance with state and federal regulations. · Represents the school in the community effectively and in a positive manner. · Administer health services to students as necessary in absence of school health professional. · Prioritize, plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines. · Demonstrate a positive attitude and act as a positive role model for kids. · Must demonstrate a desire to see all students learn and succeed. · Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Location, duties, responsibilities may be altered to meet the needs of the district. Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment screenings are required as a contingency of employment. Contracts are with the district of Daviess County Public Schools-not with individual locations. Location assignments are subject to change. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 1. Certified employee with year-to-year contract until continuing contract is granted 2. Participates in Kentucky Teacher’s Retirement System (KTRS) ENVIRONMENT Work Environment: ( ex. Indoor, environmentally controlled. Typical office environment including but not limited to telephones, personal interruptions, background noises. May require working with or near the public, parents, and children and will be subject to sounds, scents, and other related environmental factors. This position will require dealing with conflict and requires use of sound judgement.) Physical Demands: (example) 1. Light lifting 2. Sitting for long period of time 3. Hand and finger dexterity 4. Repetitive movement 5. Standing and walking intermittently throughout a typical work day Travel Requirements: (Frequency and Duration) <10% out of district Daily as needed within district boundaries Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Certified Evaluation Plan. The evaluation will be conducted by the Principal .

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in field of assignment
Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for Music
Basic computer skills including use of mouse and keyboard to navigate computer, e-mail, and websites
Subject matter in area of assignment
Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities
Curriculum, instruction and assessment
Short and long-range planning techniques applicable to area of specialty
Record-keeping skills
Oral and written communication skills
Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities
Pedagogy in area of certification

Nice To Haves

Actively and energetically publicize program to recruit new string students; set goals and plan for future growth of the program.
Plans a balanced music program and organizes daily class time so that preparation, instruction, and rehearsal can be accomplished within the allotted time.
Plan and present public concerts in the schools, throughout the district and in the community at large.
Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and initiates repairs to instruments as required with the designated vendor.
Work proactively and cooperatively with band and choir personnel to ensure the mutual benefit of all district music programs.
Provide feedback specifically to administration regarding growth trajectory of the program.
Solicit and actively coordinate the efforts of parent volunteer supporters.
Maintain a current and accurate inventory of all orchestra equipment and advise administration of needs in a timely manner.
Maintain an orchestra library.
Actively participate in professional organizations which foster and support music education.
Maintain professional competence through in-service educational activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities related to music.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as requested.
Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents.

Responsibilities

Instructs and supervises students in and out of the classroom.
Reports to work promptly and maintains continuity of instruction throughout the school year.
Protects confidential information.
Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
Prepares for classes assigned, and shows documented evidence of preparation upon request of administrator.
Encourages students to set and maintain high expectations of classroom behavior.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, to meet the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Strives to implement the district’s mission, instructional goals and objectives.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policies.
Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms through appropriate parent teacher conferences.
Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serves on assigned committees and co-curricular activities.
Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
Works to establish and maintain open and professional lines of communications with students and their parents/guardians.
Responsible for professional growth in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Represents the school in the community effectively and in a positive manner.
Administer health services to students as necessary in absence of school health professional.
Prioritize, plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
Demonstrate a positive attitude and act as a positive role model for kids.
Must demonstrate a desire to see all students learn and succeed.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.