Orchestra Teacher

South Fayette Township School District•McDonald, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Orchestra Teacher will develop in each student an understanding of the role of music as part of general culture, teach techniques of string instruments, and discover and develop abilities of students in the field of music. The role involves developing knowledge and skills in reading, composing, improvising, and responding to music, preparing students for performances, and establishing good relationships with students, parents, other staff members, and the community. The teacher will implement a standards-based curriculum that is balanced among performance, history/culture, criticism, and aesthetics. This position is primarily responsible for spearheading the Strings Program in the High School.

Requirements

Valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate in Music PK-12
Bachelors/Masters Degree in Music Education with emphasis in strings
Must be able to play all of the orchestral string instruments: violin, viola, cello, bass
Possess working knowledge of current pedagogical methods and strategies, as well as classroom management techniques
3.0 or higher QPA
Proof of ongoing professional or educational experience
Exceptional organization, advocacy, community relations, and communication skills
Proficiency in google suite, along with other software programs needed for teacher effectiveness.

Nice To Haves

String teaching experience
A string instrument as the teacher’s primary instrument
Comfort with diverse musical styles

Responsibilities

Teaches skills in performance, history/culture, criticism, and aesthetics, and in string instrumental music (band, orchestra, other instrumental ensemble) and/or choral music (chorus, choir, choral ensemble) to students, utilizing the approved course of study adopted by the South Fayette Township School District.
Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Plans a balanced strings program and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
Provides individual and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
Uses repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional, contemporary, Western, and non-Western, that are appropriate for the ages, skill levels, backgrounds, and interests of students.
Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments to and requests repairs of instruments as required.
Selects and requisitions books, string instruments, and instructional aids appropriate to the interest and maturity level of students; maintains required inventory records.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials based on the written curriculum that foster and enhance learning.
Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Adapts the curriculum and differentiates instruction to meet the needs of the individual student.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment in the classroom, and at practices, group rehearsals, and musical performances.
Evaluates each student's musical growth and understanding, assesses each individual's contribution to the performance of the group and prepares progress reports.
Plans, rehearses, and directs students in performances for the school and community.
Cooperates with school administration in providing string programs for school productions, graduation and awards ceremonies, and civic functions.
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and interpret the school program.
Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
Provides opportunities for enrichment by selecting students for and accompanying students to music honors programs (PMEA).
Makes students aware of community-based honors ensembles with which they may participate (such as PYSO and PYPO).
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.
Demonstrates computer literacy by providing all correspondence and written documentation using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel/Access) and/or the Google Suite.
Demonstrates computer literacy in using the administrative software program effectively to maintain and retrieve student information and attendance data (PowerSchool, Canvas) and to maintain student grades and performance assessments.
Responsible for managing and overseeing the High School theatre schedule and equipment management.
Ability to teach music courses in which K-12 music certification allows, outside of Orchestra performance classes as needed for the district’s music program.