What are the responsibilities and job description for the PreK-5 Music Teacher - Prairie Creek Elementary (25-26) position at Andover Public Schools?
- Bachelor's degree with appropriate Kansas licensure.
- Current driver’s license and personal transportation for itinerant assignment.
- Teaches skills, concepts and understandings in all music courses as outlined by the district music curriculum. Prepare students for public music performances.
- Plans a balanced music 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 pupil.
- Uses repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.
- Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.
- Evaluates each pupil's musical growth and performance, assessing each individual's contribution to the performance of the group.
- Plans, rehearses, and directs pupils in musical programs for school and community.
- Selects and requisitions books, musical instruments, and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
- Communicates with parents and school counselors, when necessary, on pupil progress.
- Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
- Cooperates with the school administration in providing musical programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies, and civic functions.
- Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.
JobID: 1517
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Music - Vocal
Elementary School Teaching/Music - Vocal
Date Posted:
1/10/2025
1/10/2025
Location:
Prairie Creek Elementary
Prairie Creek Elementary
Date Available:
08/04/2025
Reports To: Building Principal08/04/2025
Supervises: Assigned students/staff members
Evaluation: As per Negotiated Agreement
Job Summary: To develop in each pupil an appreciation of the art of music as part of general culture; to teach techniques of vocal or instrumental music expression; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of music; to develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music; to develop traits of respect, responsibility and dedication.
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