What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Teacher position at Blue Mountain Union?
Blue Mountain Union School is looking for a K-12 music teacher.
Job Purpose
The Music Teacher works under the supervision of the Building Principal and is responsible for teaching music education to pupils in grades K-12, and assists the staff of the school in the improvement and appreciation of music instruction.
Essential Job Functions
General
- Teaches skills in music understanding/appreciation, harmony, and explorations to elementary students.
- Plans/executes a balanced music program and organizes class time so that preparation and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
- Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the music curriculum to the needs of all students.
- Collaborates on a regular basis with non-music teachers on shared projects and the school's music-integration curriculum across the building
- Encourages students to develop individual skills to the greatest extent possible.
- Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students.
- Selects appropriate music, books and instructional supports to enhance learning and requisitions instructional music supplies as necessary.
- Communicates with parents and school staff on individual student’s progress.
