Teacher Assistant Choir Director (2026-2027)

SUMMARY:

Assist theHeadChoirDirector withmanaging thechoirprogram at assigned campus. Provide students withappropriate learningactivities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth andprovidean opportunity toparticipatein extracurricularband. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

The essential functionspursuant tothe Americans with Disabilities Act may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities notedherein however this listrepresentsexamples onlyandisnotacomprehensivelistingofallfunctionsandtasksperformedbypositionsfound in this job description.

• ModelKISDcoreorganizationalbeliefsandvalues;performdutieseffectivelyandefficientlyforthepurposeofsupportingandcontributingtohighstudentachievement.

• Provideprogramsupportandservicedelivery;communicateeffectivelywithinandacrossteamsandparticipateincross-functional work groups.

• MaintainacommitmenttotheDistrictmission;modelDistrictexpectationsthroughpersonalleadershipandactivelysupporttheeffortsofotherstoachieveDistrictgoals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

InstructionalStrategies

• Assistwith the instruction and leadershipofchoir students conduct and lead the choirprovidemusical guidance conduct auditions and guide students with achieving correcttone pitch rhythm tempo and harmony. Lead a vocal ensemble or solo performance.

• Assistwith the performance requirements enforce academic requirements and verify each students eligibility toparticipateinchoir.

• Assistwith the choir participation at extracurricular events including concerts and UIL.

• Assistwith the coordination ofsuitable choir formations rehearsals competitions routines and performances.

• Plan and useappropriate instructionaland learning strategies activities materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelinesestablishedby the Texas Education Agency(TEA)Board policies andAdministrativeRegulations.

• Work cooperatively withSpecialEducationTeachers tomodifycurricula as needed for special education students according to guidelinesestablishedin Individual Education Plans (IEP).

• Work with other members of the staff todetermineinstructional goalsobjectives and methods according toDistrict requirements.

• Developandimplementlessonplansforin-personlearningthatfulfilltherequirementsofDistricts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation asrequired.

• Preparelessonsthatreflectaccommodationsfordifferencesinindividualstudentdifferences.

• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructionalactivities.

Student Growth and Development

• Conductongoingassessmentofstudentachievementthroughformalandinformaltesting.

• by the campus principal.

• Beapositiverolemodelforstudents.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Createa classroomenvironmentconducivetolearningandappropriateforthephysicalsocialand emotional development of students.

• ManagestudentbehaviorinaccordancewithStudentCodeofConductandstudenthandbook.

• Takeallnecessaryandreasonableprecautionstoprotectstudentsequipmentmaterialsand facilities.

• Assistinselectingbooksequipmentandotherinstructionalmaterials.

• Compilemaintainandfileallreportsrecordsandotherdocumentsrequired.

Communication

• Establishandmaintainaprofessionalrelationshipandopencommunicationwithparentsstudents colleagues and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participateinstaffdevelopmentactivitiestoimprovejob-relatedskills.

• ComplywithStateDistrictandschoolregulationsandpoliciesforclassroomteachers.

• Attendandparticipateinfacultymeetingsandserveonstaffcommitteesasrequired.

Other

• Maintainconfidentiality.

• Developandmaintainsystemsforretrievalofinformationinsupportofallprograms;compilemaintainfileandsecureallphysicalandcomputerizedreportsrecordsandotherrequireddocuments.

• PursueProfessionalDevelopmentactivitiesforselfandassignedstaff;ensurethatProfessionalDevelopmentactivitiesarealignedwithDistrictgoalsandinitiativesandcurrentprofessionalresearch.

• Complywithallpoliciesoperatingprocedureslegalrequirementsandverbalandwritten directives.

• ComplywiththeProfessionalCodeofEthicsandStandardPracticesforTexasEducators.

• FollowDistrictsafetyprotocolsandemergencyprocedures.

• Performotherrelateddutiesasassigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• BachelorsDegreefromanaccrediteduniversity

• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate inAll Level Music

• Demonstrated competency in instrumental music

• Currentautomatedexternaldefibrillator(AED)and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate

Experience:

• Studentteachingapprovedinternshiporrelated workexperience

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

• Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules

• Ability to develop budgets and manage funds

• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

• Ability to interpret data

• Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used:

• AutomatedExternalDefibrillator (AED)

• Musicalinstruments

• Personalcomputerphonesystemsvideo/instructionalequipmentandperipherals

Posture:

• Prolongedsittingandstanding;frequentkneeling/squattingbending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting

Motion:

• Frequentwalking;repetitivecomputerworkwithfrequentuseof handsandwrists

Lifting:

• Regular moderate lifting and carrying (1544 pounds)

• Lift and move musical instruments

Environment:

• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building

• Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot cold and inclement weather) humidity and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces

• Frequent exposure to noise

• No remote work

• Frequentdistrictwideand statewidetravel

Mental Demands:

• Workwithfrequentinterruptions;maintainemotionalcontrolunderstresswork; prolonged or irregular hours

INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

Thisdescriptionisintendedtoindicatethekindsoftasksandlevelsofworkdifficultyrequiredofpositionsgiventhistitle and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of anyparticular positionshall is not intended to limit or any waymodifythe right of any supervisor to assigndirectand control the work of employees under use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Required Experience:

Director