Band/Orchestra Paraprofessional

Band/Percussion/Orchestra Paraprofessional

Middle School & Upper School

Job Description

Fort Worth Country Day is seeking enthusiastic professionals who preferably have experience in both independent school and middle or upper school education. Reporting to the Director of Fine Arts the Band/Percussion/Orchestra Paraprofessional will have experience teaching band/percussion and/or orchestra to middle and upper school-age students. We hope to hire individuals within each area of expertise: band/percussion and orchestra respectively.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach band orchestra and percussion as needed to students in respective classes for grades 5-12
• Direct and prepare the band and orchestra for performances including Admission events school-wide events such as Veterans Day the Halloween Parade winter and spring concerts pep rallies optional football games etc.
• Assist directors with administrative duties including inventory repair and maintenance of instruments and facilities as needed
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management skills
• Be a team player who works well with others in the division and works collaboratively with the other members of the performing arts department
• Able to demonstrate a wide range of presentation techniques in order to adapt activities for different learning styles and abilities
• Demonstrate commitment to student success by offering extra help hours
• Perform other duties as needed

The ideal candidate will:

• Have an obvious passion for the subject-matter and for teaching
• Be energized by working with secondary school-age students
• Have excellent communication organizational and problem-solving skills
• Represent the School in a favorable manner

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a bachelors degree in music
• Experience with secondary school-age students and as a student advisor/mentor

All employees of FWCD must:

• Embody model and communicate the Schools mission and core values (respect responsibility kindness courage integrity and scholarship)
• Exhibit generous community spirit professional flexibility a sense of humor and a positive attitude
• Collaborate and work well with colleagues parents and students
• Execute duties in a positive and punctual manner
• Be an enthusiastic lifelong learner driven toward professional self-improvement and personal growth

Equal Opportunity Employer / Statement of Inclusivity:

Fort Worth Country Day is an Equal Opportunity Employer that maintains a policy of

nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions at FWCD are based on merit qualifications abilities and performance and are subject to the academic and business requirements of the School. As a school we also believe that understanding and respecting differences not only inspires compassion and empathy but also fosters intellectual curiosity and creativity. We embrace the diverse cultures experiences and perspectives that comprise and enhance our learning environment. We commit to sustaining and growing an intentionally inclusive community.

About Fort Worth Country Day and the City of Fort Worth:

Fort Worth Country Day earned the distinction of being ranked one of the Best Companies to Work for in Fort Worth in 2018.

Fort Worth Country Day is a coed junior kindergarten through grade 12 college-preparatory day school with nearly 1100 students and 250 faculty and staff. The School seeks to promote inclusivity and retain a diverse faculty. The 104-acre campus offers excellent facilities for academics arts and athletics. Faculty and administration nurture a collegial professional environment in which innovation is encouraged. Opportunities for ongoing professional development are exceptional. Fort Worth Country Day is proud of its school community where students parents faculty staff and administration join together to develop an effective and enjoyable place to teach and learn.

Fort Worth ranks as one of the top 20 largest cities in the United States and is known for its vibrant arts music and cultural life. The Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan region is home to over 6.5 million people. More information about the School and Fort Worth community is available at .

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