Middle School Orchestra Assistant & Instructor

Cobb County School District; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County School District is seeking a Middle School Assistant Orchestra Teacher to support the band director in delivering musical instruction and performances. The role involves working with 7th and 8th graders, selecting repertoire, preparing students for evaluations, and recruiting new members into the orchestra program.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and Georgia teaching certification; experience is not required, but strong communication and classroom management skills are

Qualifications

• Educational background requiring strong communication skills and classroom management.
• Must hold Georgia teaching certification or eligible for certification.
• Experience: none required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in delivering orchestra curriculum to middle school students.
• Instructs students on their instruments to support progress.
• Plans concerts and programs according to student needs and community expectations.
• Selects music for performances to develop technique and understanding.
• Helps prepare 7th and 8th grade orchestras for evaluations.
• Recruits new students into the orchestra program.
• Spends substantial time beyond regular hours in instructional activities and meetings.
• Maintains paperwork such as inventory, purchase orders, and attendance.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Instructional strategies

Student management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Cobb County School District is seeking a Middle School Assistant Orchestra Teacher to support the band director in delivering musical instruction and performances. The role involves working with 7th and 8th graders, selecting repertoire, preparing students for evaluations, and recruiting new members into the orchestra program.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and Georgia teaching certification; experience is not required, but strong communication and classroom management skills are