Band / Choir Director
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Job Description
Teacher/Band and Choir Director
Job Status: Full Time
Grade Level: P12 Amount of Travel Required: See Essential Duties
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: N/A REPORTS TO: Principal
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Principal the elementary and secondary Teacher/Band Director supports the instructional process by helping students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature able and responsible men and women. The teacher will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual emotional and psychological growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To communicate collaborate and cooperate with colleagues supervisors parents and students in a professional manner
- To teach the Cutter Morning Star School Districts approved curriculum
- To be prepared to instruct all assigned classes at the designated time and place
- To plan a program of study and prepare lesson plans and instructional materials that meet the individual needs interests and abilities of the students
- To create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and abilities of the students
- To encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
- To guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals establish clear objectives for all lessons units and projects
- To take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment and facilities
- To employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided the needs and capabilities of the individual or student groups involved
- To assess the academic and social growth of students regularly keep appropriate and accurate records and prepare progress reports as required
- To maintain accurate and complete records as required by law district policy and administrative regulations
- To identify student needs make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans
- To communicate regularly with parents by means of webbased reporting sites newsletters notes phone calls and conferences
- To plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals parents and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips
- To create an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays interest centers and exhibits of student work
- To adhere to all rules and regulations as stated in the Cutter Morning Star District Personnel Policies Handbook
- To perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employees supervisor the principal or the superintendent
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statements
- Knowledge of the schools and CMS policies and procedures
- Evidence of strong commitment to quality education
- Evidence of strong organizational skills
- Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills
- A CDL or must be willing to obtain one
Education
Minimum of Bachelors Degree from an accredited educational institution and endorsements in the areas of the teaching assignment. Other requirements per job description.
Experience
1 year of successful experience with a Highly Qualified designation status is preferredother requirements per job description.
Certificates & Licenses
Valid Arkansas certificate/ license or alternative certificate/license for compliance with the necessary ADE requirements to meet the positions essential duties and responsibilities.
Computer Skills
Ability to apply basic computer programs (spreadsheet Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint others) to enhance job performance. (Others could include eSchool HAC/TAC NWEA TLI)
Other Requirements
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all federal state and district requirements.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read analyze and interpret professional documents. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform basic math operations to meet job expectations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations appropriately to meet job expectations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Abilities Lift/Carry
Stand F 10 lbs or less F
Walk F 11 20 lbs F
Sit F 21 50 lbs O
Handling / Fingering F 51 100 lbs O
Reach Outward F Over 100 lbs N
Reach Above Shoulder O
Climb O
Crawl O
Squat or Kneel O
Bend O
Push / Pull
12 lbs or less O
1325lbs O
2640 lbs O
41100lbs O
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 2.S hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% 66% of the time (2.5 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near Distance Color Peripheral Depth perception)
Sense of Sound (ability to converse with others conduct telephone conversations)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The CMS HR Office has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employees ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions responsibilities skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment and the CMS reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as the CMS may deem appropriate.
The Cutter Morning Star School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of the Cutter Morning Star School District not to discriminate on the basis of age sex race color religion national origin or disability in its educational programs activities or employment practices.
Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Music Education
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Cutter Morning Star School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race color religion national origin pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation marital/civil union status ancestry place of birth age citizenship status veteran status political affiliation genetic information or disability as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Job Requirements
- No experience required
- Bachelor degree preferred
- Citizenship residency or work visa required
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
