Secondary Orchestra Teacher

Kansas City Public Schools; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Secondary Teacher for Orchestra to inspire students and foster a love for music. This role involves developing engaging curriculum, assessing student progress, and maintaining a positive classroom environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and Missouri State Certification in Instrumental Music. Join a collaborative team dedicated to making a difference in students' lives and enhancing the school's musical community. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of young musicians and contribute to a vibrant educational environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Pension plan

Voluntary retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education and state certification required.
• Experience in teaching secondary students and proficiency in string instruments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in orchestral classes and develop curriculum.
• Assess student progress and maintain communication with parents.
• Manage classroom environment and support student needs.

Skills

Teaching skills

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Communication skills

Proficiency in stringed instruments

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education

Missouri State Certification in Instrumental Music (K-12)

Job description

Kansas City Public Schools

Secondary Teacher - Orchestra

Salary Grade: T01 - T06

Department: Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development

Reports To: Building Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

The Secondary Teacher - Orchestra instructs orchestral classes in public secondary schools, fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. This role involves developing and implementing curriculum, assessing student progress, and promoting a passion for orchestral music. The ideal candidate will inspire students, demonstrate expertise in orchestral instruments, and contribute to the school's musical community.

What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities)

Instructional Delivery and Curriculum Development

• Instruct students through lectures, demonstrations, and the use of audiovisual aids and supplementary materials.
• Prepare course objectives and outlines following curriculum guidelines and state/school requirements.
• Assign lessons and provide constructive feedback on homework.

Student Assessment and Communication

• Administer tests to evaluate student progress and record results.
• Issue progress reports to inform parents of student achievement.
• Maintain accurate attendance records.
• Meet with parents to discuss student progress and address any concerns.

Classroom Management and Student Support

• Maintain a positive and disciplined classroom environment.
• Counsel students on academic and personal adjustment issues.
• Assist students in selecting appropriate courses of study.

Professional Development and Extracurricular Involvement

• Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Sponsor and/or assist with extracurricular activities and student organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To: (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from a four-year college or university.
• Missouri State Certification in Instrumental Music (K-12).

In Order to #LevelUp in This Role, You'll Need: (Preferred Qualifications and characteristics needed to excel in role)

• Demonstrated experience and/or training in current techniques and skills in teaching secondary level students.
• Proficiency in playing and teaching all stringed instruments.
• Teaching experience in urban schools.

Benefits: Health and Dental Insurance are provided. KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan – mandatory 9.0% contribution is required from employees and matched by KCPS; Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.

Physical Demands: Employees must be able to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands and fingers, reach, bend, stoop, and lift at least ten pounds. Job requires the employee occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Terms of Employment: 185 day calendar; 8hrs/day, 5 days/week.

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