Middle School Music - Band Teacher

An anticipated contract vacancy exists at Pottsgrove Middle School. Active PA Music Certification, primary instruction and skills in band instrument instruction required.  Responsibilities include: teaching and directing concert band, jazz band, and marching band ensembles, while fostering a supportive and engaging environment for young musicians at the middle school level.  Must collaborate well with faculty, administration, and community, and have a strong commitment to student growth.

Pottsgrove teachers develop curriculum and lesson plans, and present those lessons to their students, individually or in groups. They track the progress of their students and create reports to inform parents about their progress. Teachers are responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful classroom environment in order to optimize student capabilities and develop their love of learning. This position will be part of the close-knit community of Pottsgrove staff who positively impact the lives of students each day. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work cooperatively with the principal, subject supervisors and other staff members to develop an integrated educational program for children.
• Assess the attitudes, skills and abilities of children for effective teaching and learning each marking period as well as on an annual basis.
• Provide meaningful, appropriate learning experiences for assigned groups of children including differentiated instruction to meet individual needs of children.
• Properly refer to the IST process those children experiencing unusual difficulties.
• Effectively implement IEP’s  of identified children using the resources that are provided.
• Maintain a plan book as directed by the principal and submit plan book for review upon request.  Have daily plans readily available for the use of a substitute in the event of absence.
• Appropriately integrate technology into the teaching learning process.
• Evaluate children’s progress as a basis for planning and reporting to parents.
• Complete and record students’ progress and attendance on appropriate records or documents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Active and valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate for the elementary level.
• Prior teaching experience while not required may be preferred.
• An understanding of the latest instructional strategies in academic areas.
• Valid clearances dated within one year.

Location: Pottsgrove Middle School
Compensation: Commensurate with PGEA Collective Bargaining Unit salary schedule.
Benefits: Eligible for healthcare benefits and the state retirement system (PSERS). 
Assignment: contract

Must have current Act 34, 151 & 114 Clearances

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