Teacher Music

2 weeks ago

Grand Rapids, United States Grand Rapids Public Schools Full time

Job Description

**Position Title**: Teacher - General Music

**Bargaining Unit**: Grand Rapids Education Association (GREA)

**Salary**: Determined by the collective bargaining agreement and a comprehensive benefits package

**Earning Days**: Determined by the negotiated calendar

**GRPS MISSION**: Our mission is to ensure that all students are educated, self-directed and productive members of society.

**SUMMARY OF POSITION**:
The General Music Teacher is responsible to prepare students in general music in multiple building.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular on time and in-person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
**JOB FUNCTIONS**:
Responsible for developing a high quality general music program using research based instructional strategies as the foundations for creating successful music
Provide rhythmic instructions so all students’ can count and clap age appropriate rhythmic patterns independently
Develop lesson plans based on the music curriculum, the GRPS academic plan, support departmental goals, and students’ needs
Implement a plan addressing all learning styles, which allows each student to succeed through differentiated instruction
Plan and execute a minimum of two performances per building per year
Communicate with feeder schools - middle school to establish program articulation and successful transition for students
Evaluate student progress based on formal and informal assessment to inform instruction
Grade students and input the data into the computer-based grading program
Attend meetings and workshops to stay current with educational practice
Provide a safe, effective classroom environment that is focused on learning and student growth
Establish and maintain timely effective written/oral communication with students, parents, building and district level staff
Create and maintain positive relations with students, parents, staff, and community
Exercise good judgment implementing school district policies, procedures, guidelines, and law
Serve as a role model for all students and within the school community
Keeps organized classroom spaces, music library, student attendance
Work effectively with diverse students and staff of various backgrounds
Other duties as assigned

Parent and Community Engagement

Establish and maintain effective written and oral communication and rapport with students, parents and colleagues.
Participate in parent meetings, including IEP’s and Parent/Teacher Conferences.
Contribute to the development of a positive attitude between the school and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions, etc.
Contribute to community service and global citizenship goals

Other Duties

Display physical, social, mental and emotional soundness in order to execute the duties of job.
Serve as a role model for all students and within school community.
Interact with co-workers, administration, students, parents and the community in positive, supportive and cooperative ways.
Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in the decision making processes of the school as facilitated by the building administrator.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Contribute to extra-curricular activities and school programs, including recess duty as requested
Maintain and promote school district goals and objectives.
Comply with state, federal and District policies, procedures, rules, and the union contract.
Regular and on-time attendance is required.
Other duties as assigned.

This description describes the type and level of work performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required in the position.

**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**:
JX/JQ K-12 music teacher certification
Degree in Music Education
Must have transportation to travel between buildings
Must be highly organized to maintain effective records for multiple buildings

**ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS**:
Successful teaching experience working in a diverse setting preferred
Successful experience and training in Orff, Kodaly, and/or Gordon methodologies preferred
Successful experience teaching K-5 general music preferred
Demonstrated understanding of current research as to how children learn and the ability to motivate student to perform at their best
Demonstrated ability to work in an economically, culturally, and racially diverse environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction, by using a variety of styles, and inspire mixed culture and ability classes by creating c

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