Music - Performing Arts Teacher
3 weeks ago
Please note that this position within the Hopkins District Performing Arts Department has become available due to a resignation.
JOB SUMMARY
Join our Alice Smith Specialists team as our Performing Arts Specialists. Create an environment which fosters learning and personal growth; motivates scholars to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide an excellent education. Provide instruction to build a foundation for music and theater while fostering an overall passion for the arts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Teaches district-approved curriculum.
Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and in a timely fashion prepares progress reports. Communicates this information regularly with parents.
Identifies pupil needs, makes appropriate referrals, and develops strategies for individual education plans.
Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
Maintains a professional day, as defined by building/and contract.
Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
Assists with planning and coordinating the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars to stay current with best teaching practices.
Participates in a personal professional goal-setting process on a regular basis.
Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Required Knowledge:District policies and procedures.
Curriculum requirements and learning objectives.
State and Federal laws and regulatory issues governing public education, including rules and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Education.
Legal, ethical, and professional rules of conduct for public education teachers.
Principles and techniques of making effective oral presentations.
Computer applications related to the work.
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Required Skills:Developing and maintaining a public education learning environment in which positive, appropriate behavior is encouraged, and discipline problems are minimized.
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.
Advancing the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in education, or a closely related field to this position
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS K-12 Vocal Music Licensure OR Theater Arts and or other related fields.
Qualified candidates will possess the following: The desire to work cooperatively with other staff members of the performing arts department to continue building a dynamic program; preparation and commitment to working with diverse communities of learners; skill in providing for the individual learning needs of students; ability to create a positive, inclusive learning environment; a high level of expertise in vocal pedagogy and familiarity with current teaching/learning theories; willingness to work with extracurricular activities; skill in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with diverse groups of students, parents, and colleagues; and a familiarity with a broad range of music & theater.
COMPETENCIES AND/OR VALUES COMMON TO ALL POSITIONS Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in school environments and the community.
Maintains a safe working environment and encourages colleagues to be safety-minded in the performance of all school-related duties.
A clear and demonstrated commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
Advancing the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment and Resources.
A clear understanding of the developmental needs of elementary age students
Compensation and Schedule: Salary follows the HEA Contract.
8 hours per day, 40 hours weekly, 185 days total.
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