K-8 Vocal Music Teacher

REQUIREMENTS

A. Education Level: Bachelors degree or beyond and a current valid South Dakota teaching certificate with K 12 Music endorsement.

B. Experience Desired: Minimally student teaching. Previous teaching experience in vocal music preferred.

C. Other Requirements: Strong background in piano. Strong background in vocal performance. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong listening and problem-solving skills skills in human relations leadership and conflict management. In-depth knowledge of effective teaching strategies and subject matter. Portrays a positive self-concept and attitude toward teaching. Maintains professional appearance. Demonstrated ability to work courteously and cooperatively with people in a multi-person environment. Ability to work efficiently with a wide range of students staff and administration. Demonstrated computer skills. Ability to handle stress and the ability to exercise self-control. React to change productively. Demonstrated ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality in dealing with individuals and/or their records.

D. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant eye-hand mind-eye coordination. Constant hearing; intermittent speaking standing walking sitting crouching reaching pushing/pulling and writing. Frequent carrying of up to twenty five (25) pounds. A valid South Dakota drivers license and the ability to drive a car.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Support the mission of the Aberdeen Catholic School System: Instilling Catholic values and promoting academic excellence by nurturing mind body and soul.

• In cooperation with the administration develop the criteria to be met by students.

• Schedule all rehearsals performances and competitions.

• Arrange transportation and assume supervisory responsibility for any approved out-of-town events.

• Work with students to develop skills needed for effective performances.

• Give private lessons following a sequential curriculum.

• Request supplies and services needed to effectively meet the needs of the students in the program.

• Supervise the storage and care of supplies and materials.

• Establish and maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.

• Communicate effectively and clearly with others.

• Ensure that all activities conform to district guidelines.

• Maintain accurate complete and correct records as required by law school district policy and school administrative requirements.

• Employ instructional strategies that address a variety of learning styles and strengths.

• Use a variety of assessment procedures samples and instruments to evaluate student learning and provide specific and immediate feedback.

• Prepare appropriate lesson plans for substitute teachers.

• Take all reasonable and necessary precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.

• Maximize available amount of time for instruction.

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location(s) and time(s) designated.

• Set high expectations and standards for student achievement and behavior as appropriate to age and level of development.

• Diagnose learning disabilities of students on a regular basis seeking assistance of district specialists as required.

• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence by participating in district-initiated staff development.

• Maintain appropriate supervision for all assigned students.

• Coordinate and supervise field trips as appropriate for assigned teaching area.

• Assist with the activities of student organizations as assigned.

• Assist with Liturgical Music at Roncalli Junior/Senior High School weekly Mass.

• Coordinate Liturgical Music at Roncalli Primary School weekly Mass.

• Obtain advance approval of the Principal for all activities and expenditures.

• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.

• Use appropriate technology for both instructional and management functions.

• Recognize signs of emotional/physical distress in students and take appropriate action when necessary.

• Use appropriate and effective written and spoken language.

• Adhere to all district policies handbooks and regulations.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or other administrative supervisor.

Extra duty pay established by the Board of Education each year will be included in the contract of the Vocal Music Teacher.