Middle School Band Teacher

We are DeKalb!

DeKalb County Central United School District is committed to preparing students today for the world of tomorrow. Our mission is to develop students as critical thinkers communicators and collaborators who can adapt and persevere with empathy and integrity in an ever-changing world. Every member of our team is a valuable resource in this pursuit of excellence and we are currently seeking a Band Teacher at DeKalb Middle School!

Your day to day:

Under direction you will teach and instructstudents in grades6th through8th instrumental music social behavioral and other educational skill areas. You will plan develop organize and conduct a comprehensive educational program formiddle schoolstudents assist middle school students in making appropriate lifestyle adjustments and in the determination of career and vocational choices and other related functions as required.

• You will teach and instruct middle schoolbands and provideshigh school assistance.
• Co-teaching withhigh school bands.
• You will host musical events.
• You will individualize and adapt educational processes and procedures to enhancestudent educational opportunities for students and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities.
• Maintain appropriate standards ofstudent behavior using behavioral management strategies and techniques including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
• Review analyze evaluate and report student academic social and emotional growth.
• Counsel confer with and communicate with parents school and district personnel regardingstudent progress and the interpretation of the music education program.
• Cooperatively pursue alternative solutions to address student learning problems and to enhance expanded academic social and emotional growth opportunities.
• Perform a variety of non-instructional duties including curriculum and instructional development activities student supervision and consultation activities.

Successful candidatesrequire outstanding collaboration and leadership skills toassista highly recognized band program with historicalexcellence in marching band jazz band winter percussion and concert bands.

This position also has responsibilities with the high school marching band middle school jazz and pep bands.

Why well love you:

• You have worked hard to obtain a Bachelors degree in music education from an accredited college or university.
• You have successfully completed student teaching at an accredited college or university.
• You have obtained state certification (Licensing) and endorsement in language arts applicable to grades 6-8.
• You are a creative thinker and problem solver an excellent communicator with strong collaboration skills and are a team player.
• You have excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• You have the ability to communicate cooperatively and constructively with students parents and fellow staff members in a multicultural environment.

Why youll love us:

• We value a positive culture and environment and work hard to provide a safe engaging place for students and staff based on trust respect and responsibility.
• We offer Group Medical Insurance including an annual routine vision exam
• Dental Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance offerings
• Onsite Wellness Clinic
• Discounted YMCA membership
• Life Insurance - $50000 group life product
• Long Term Disability
• Teacher Retirement Fund contributions
• 401a and 403b options available
• Flex Days (paid time off)
• Free entry to athletic and performing arts events

DeKalb County Central United School District seeks to develop and nurture its diversity. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance sensitivity understanding and mutual respect. DeKalb County Central United School District is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals including minorities women individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Required Experience:

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