Elementary Music Teacher- Grades 3-5

Position Type : Elementary School Teaching 3-5

Date Posted : 1 / 16 / 2024

Location : Desert View Intermediate

Date Available : 2024-2025 School Year

Closing Date : Open until filledJob Title :

TEACHER - ES

Reports to : Principal

FLSA status : Exempt

Supervisor duties : none

Classification : Certified

Approved on : 10 / 13 / 2020

Position Summary :

Provides support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; develop lesson plans and deliver group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborates with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and / or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Accurately demonstrate knowledge of the content area and approved curriculum.Administers and develops subject specific assessments for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and / or developing individual learning plans.Advises parents and / or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and / or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.Assesses student progress towards learning targets, objectives, expectations, and / or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, health status, appropriate behavior, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.Demonstrates and differentiates methods required to perform classroom and / or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addressing individual student requirements.Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and / or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.

Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study.Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, cafeteria, playground, school grounds, hallways,) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development activities for the purpose of conveying and / or gathering information required to perform functions and to improve student achievement.Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, lesson plans following scope and sequence, correspondence with parents and students, examinations and quizzes, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, zero tolerance offenses etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to state law and board policies.Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization existsAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formAbility to work comfortably with students, staff, parents, and the community, from diverse backgrounds, while being responsive to their needsDemonstrated ability to motivate adolescent youth to work to meet high expectationsProven effective classroom instructional and management skillsExperience with personalized student advising and motivation skillsExceptional interpersonal and communication skills with students and parents, written and oralPassion for working with, and teaching, youth of various social, educational, and economic backgrounds and levelsPositive experience in working closely with parent and / or community groupsWillingness to go "above and beyond" to support students in achieving academic goalsCommitment to continued personal and professional growthWilling attitude to be a part of the school team; strong sense of professionalism skillsManagement and organizational ability, common sense, motivation, positive attitudeAbility / willingness to participate in ongoing professional and staff development, both independently and through system-offered opportunities.Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.Ability to maintain classroom control and a productive learning environment / climate.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :

Education & Experience :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.A valid Arizona Teacher Certification, K-8Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the content area and approved curriculum.Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for building an environment with common instructional focus, promoting initiatives, and conveying expectations

Computer Proficiency : MS Office Suite, Google Suite

PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires the use of strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job; sit, stand and walk for required periods of time; speak and hear; use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision; communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication; reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers and / or controls.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The position is exposed to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses; occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions; exposure to heated / air conditioned and ventilated facilities; exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and / or operation of equipment; function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but that can be noisy at times.

Disclaimer : The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.