Instrumental Music Teacher

Job DescriptionJob Description

Teacher Responsibilities:

The teacher shall prayerfully help students learn attitudes, skills, and subject matter that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible Christians to the praise and glory of God.

The teacher is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a school learning environment (K3 – 12th) that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their instrumental musical potential.  The teacher prepares students for meaningful lives by contributing to their educational and social development.

Teacher Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Ability to develop students’ musical technique and style for school and competitive performances
• Ability to develop and implement a wide variety of appropriate instrumental activities for students of varying abilities and talents
• Ability to organize, coordinate and orchestrate semester musical performances
• Integrate Biblical principles and perspectives throughout all curriculums from a Biblical worldview
• Maintain a personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, good taste, and in agreement with school policy
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
• Use acceptable English in written and oral communication; speak with clear articulation
• Demonstrate proficient active listening skills to understand and adapt to students’ various learning needs
• Demonstrate excellent organization and time management skills
• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and assessments that are in accordance with established procedures
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
• Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, and assessments
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Work with administration to keep parents informed of students’ discipline
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
• Maintain clear, open and professional communication with parents
• Provide appropriate feedback to students and parents on student progress
• Ability to employ computer programs to post grades and communicate with parent
• Participate in department, school, and parent meetings

 

Basic Requirements:

• Be a born-again Christian who is called of God to the teaching ministry
• College graduate, preferably with two or more years of classroom teaching experience
• Proficiency in delivery and execution of instrumental instruction (band and orchestra)
• Knowledge of computer technology
• Willingness to pursue higher education and continue progress in career development

Company DescriptionRBS is a mid-sized, Christian private school in Upper Marlboro, MD. For over 53 years, we have educated the future leaders and scholars of our region and beyond. By putting Christ first in all that we do, RBS provides a structured, loving environment for young minds to grow both academically and in their walk with God.Company DescriptionRBS is a mid-sized, Christian private school in Upper Marlboro, MD. For over 53 years, we have educated the future leaders and scholars of our region and beyond. By putting Christ first in all that we do, RBS provides a structured, loving environment for young minds to grow both academically and in their walk with God.

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