Music Teacher

Junior High Music Teacher

Secondary Music Teacher (Band, Orchestra, Choir) 7-9th 

Overview:

The role of the Junior High School Music Teacher is to build relationships effectively and professionally with families and students while teaching the fundamentals of music performance in band, orchestra, chorus, and guitar. This position requires a proven ability to develop and maintain a safe place for learning and growth by developing and incorporating an approved, age-appropriate curriculum incorporating effective theory and performance skills. This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and that the employee possess and maintain, or be actively engaged in obtaining, the proper license(s) required by the State of Utah and the Board of Trustees. Attendance at scheduled staff meetings and workshops and preparation for classes is mandatory and not considered overtime. Employees student-facing work time is 7:30 am to 3:00 p.m. with 185 days during the contract period.  This position reports directly to the Secondary Principal unless otherwise designated by the Principal.

Specific Duties Include:

• Develop music curriculum to meet developmental goals and instructional activities utilizing various curriculum resources.
• Implement technology in lessons and as part of the daily curriculum.
• Prepare students for music performance each term
• Prepare for and hold 4 concert series throughout the year to showcase student progress
• Prepare lesson materials, grade papers, manage the classroom, and evaluate and give feedback to students.
• Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff.
• Measure progress and accomplishments of students towards their academic achievements regularly and provide progress reports as required.
• Create and keep records on attendance, accidents, incidents, and other noteworthy events following licensing guidelines and program policies by updating and utilizing Educator’s Handbook.
• Create lesson plans and modify them accordingly throughout the year.
• Create instructional resources for use in the classroom
• Attend conferences and workshops to advance professional development further.
• Attend parent/teacher conferences to communicate student progress to parents
• Manage student behavior following outlined guidelines and Lincoln Academy Policies.
• Provide a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students in the classroom and at the school.
• Meet course and school-wide student performance goals.
• Participate in ongoing training sessions, PLC’s and professional development.
• Maintain current grades and post weekly updates for students and parents.
• Work with program coordinators to ensure initiatives are being met.
• Organize performance travel every two years
• Participate in administrative observations and yearly evaluation process.
• Participate in the overall growth mindset of Lincoln Academy by being positive and open-minded with peer groups, co-workers, operational teams, administration, and the Board of Trustees.
• Prepare and distribute required reports to the administration team as requested and on time.
• Utilize an effective classroom management system to actively reinforce appropriate student behaviors.
• Be a model of ethical behavior and integrity as a member of the Lincoln Academy team.

Decisions made by Teachers:

• Drop a student to level 2 behavior
• Contact parents regarding grade or behavior issues
• Provide accommodations for students
• Modify lessons because students are not getting it
• Modify class schedule for a day because of interruptions or unique circumstances
• Modify classroom desk setup
• Submit a ticket
• Submit student for counseling or BCBA for immediate needs
• Classroom reward system
• Purchase supplies with sponsor funds
• Citizenship grades following the rubric
• Call parents if a student is sick
• Spending sponsor funds
• Get field trip drivers
• Confirm field trip drivers are approved

Qualifications

Required Skills/Education

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education or related field
• Certified Teacher in the State of Utah, or able to obtain certification
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Ability to teach beginning instrumental students
• Ability to differentiate instruction for differing ability levels
• Integrity in keeping confidentiality regarding student data and information

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance