General Music/Instrumental/Chorus Teacher

Norwich Public Schools; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate music teacher to inspire students through general music, instrumental music, and chorus. The ideal candidate will create engaging lessons that adhere to district curriculum while promoting a love for learning. This role involves maintaining a positive classroom environment, adapting lessons to meet diverse student needs, and utilizing data to inform instruction. If you are dedicated to fostering student growth and have a valid teaching certificate, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students.

Qualifications

• Valid CT State Teaching Certificate required; Master's preferred.
• Experience as a classroom teacher is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver engaging lessons for diverse student groups.
• Maintain classroom order and promote a positive learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with staff and parents.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Curriculum Development

Adaptability

Data-Driven Instruction

Problem-Solving

Creative Teaching Techniques

Education

Valid CT State Teaching Certificate

Master's Degree

Tools

Technology Familiarity

Relevant Software

Job description

Qualifications:

• Valid CT State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement
• Master's Degree preferred
• Successful experience as a classroom teacher preferred

Reports to: Principal

General Description: This position entails general music, instrumental music, and chorus. The candidate should create and deliver engaging and rigorous lessons to diverse groups of students at all levels. Promotes enthusiasm for learning while adhering to district curriculum, state, and national standards. Collects and reports detailed student data and performance. Maintains classroom order.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides a safe, positive learning environment for students.
• Communicates with any and all staff who work with students.
• Communicates with parents as per school guidelines on a regular basis.
• Identifies and provides long-term and short-term objectives for the academic, physical, social, and emotional needs of children in planning their educational needs.
• Effectively meets the objectives of the Norwich Board of Education Curriculum, District Strategic Plan, and School Improvement Plan.
• Prepares well-planned lessons consistent with the goals and objectives of school and district.
• Adapts and revises lesson plans to meet specific student needs, complying with relevant information supports for each student.
• Effectively delivers lessons in a comprehensive way.
• Manages the diverse ability levels of all students and assists students with extra help, seeking out those who need it.
• Maintains order and discipline among students while promoting safety and compliance with school rules and guidelines in a positive and responsive manner.
• Keeps current and relevant in curriculum, assessment, and teaching and learning.
• Selects and employs a variety of teaching techniques in presenting materials to students, providing individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning.
• Demonstrates a high degree of academic competence in certification area.
• Maintains a growth mindset toward student learning, teaching practice, and personal/collective professional development.
• Demonstrates a high degree of self-efficacy, holding himself/herself accountable for learner outcomes.
• Facilitates problem-solving, with a curious mind and critical thinking skills, showing a high degree of creative application in the implementation of data-driven curriculum and practice.
• Uses data and assessment information for diagnostic and modification purposes and to inform instruction.
• Cooperates and maintains harmonious relationships with co-workers and administrators by sharing ideas and instructional methods.
• Contributes to committees and faculty meetings.
• Facilitates the development of the self-worth and dignity of students.
• Recognizes the relationship between social-emotional learning and academic performance.
• Maintains accurate records and submits required reports within designated time limits.
• Takes care of classroom materials, displays, and equipment.
• Kind, patient, fair, and maintains self-control.
• Speaks clearly, distinctly, and correctly.
• Possesses working familiarity with technology, internet, email, and relevant software.

Physical Abilities and Working Conditions:

The Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Employment listed in this section are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Employment that may be required of positions in this class. Norwich Public School District encourages persons with disabilities who are interested in employment in this class and need reasonable accommodation of those disabilities to contact the Human Resources Department for further information.

• Performing the job duties of this position requires the following physical demands: reaching, some lifting, standing, walking, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and/or crawling.
• Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
• Occasional exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather.

Terms of Employment: Salary and work year to be determined by the contract between the Norwich Board of Education and the Norwich Teachers League.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of support services.