POSITION: Elementary Music/Band Teacher, Grades 3-5, Manassas Park Elementary School

Salary/Hours:

• Pay scale: Teacher Salary Scale: https://www.mpark.net/departments/human_resources
• Position Length: 10 months/200 days
• Hours: Full time unless otherwise specified

JOB SUMMARY:

The elementary music/band teacher is responsible for instructing students in the field of music and creating a safe and orderly learning environment. Position motivates students to develop an interest in and an appreciation of the art of music. Position develops knowledge, skills, and talents of students in the field of music, utilizing a variety of techniques appropriate to students’ interests and abilities.

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND SKILLS:

• Must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or a related field and meet the Virginia Department of Education licensure eligibility requirements to teach music.
• Must possess effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills. Must possess an in-depth knowledge of music techniques and skills.
• Must possess the ability to instruct students in music.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: (including but not limited to the following)

• Complies with all school laws, State Board of Education regulations, and all policies and regulations made by the School Board and Superintendent.
• Performs all duties deemed necessary by the School Board and Superintendent for the efficient and successful operation of the school system.
• Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the division’s basic instructional philosophy and congruent with course standards; provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroup of students.
• Implements an instructional program, which provides appropriate learning for each student by differentiating instruction.
• Maintains records as required by law, School Board policies and regulations and strives to be prompt and accurate with required records and reports.
• Works cooperatively with the all staff members and interacts in a positive manner with parents and other community representatives.
• Instructs students in developing knowledge and skills in accordance with the course of study adopted by the school board.
• Enables students to develop an appreciation of the art of music.
• Demonstrates techniques to students in music concepts.
• Develops clear and concise instructional lesson plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of preparation, instruction, and rehearsal time.
• Provides individual and small group instruction and adapts the curriculum to the needs of students with varying abilities.
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and musical repertoire appropriate for the ages and skill level of students.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and creates a safe, orderly, and effective environment for learning during practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.
• Arranges opportunities for students to present musical performances both during and after school hours.
• Plans, rehearses, and directs students in musical programs for the school and community. 10. Instructs students in the proper care and use of equipment.
• Organizes storage areas and controls the use of materials and equipment to prevent loss, abuse, injury, or security breech.
• Maintains an organized and workable inventory of all music and equipment related to the program.
• Makes minor adjustments to musical equipment and requests repairs as appropriate.
• Evaluates student performance and growth in knowledge and understandings and prepares regular progress reports.
• Conferences regularly with parents/guardians regarding behavior observations and the performance of students.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Maintains thorough records for each student.
• Selects, requisitions, and maintains books, instruction
• Demonstrates professional growth and attends all meetings called or approved by the Superintendent, Principal or Supervising Official.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the principal, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the ability to effectively communicate and interact with other staff and the public through the
use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment such as, but not limited to, a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions will be required.

CLEARANCES (Conditions for employment):

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
• Tuberculosis Screening

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Manassas Park City Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.