Teacher, Middle School Assistant Orchestra (120B)[184]

Cobb County School District (CCSD); Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County School District is seeking a dedicated Middle School Assistant Orchestra teacher to support the band program at Dodgen Middle School in Marietta, GA. The role involves assisting in classroom instruction, preparing students for performances, and coordinating auditions and rehearsals.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and a valid Georgia Teaching Certification. The position follows the district's teacher salary schedule with a monthly pay frequency and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid Georgia Teaching Certification required.
• Experience: None.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the instructional delivery of the Cobb County School District orchestra curriculum.
• Instructs students on their instruments at their level and monitors progress with individualized attention.
• Presents concerts or programs as dictated by instructional needs and community expectations.
• Selects music for performances to advance technique, understanding, and appreciation.
• Prepares students for auditions and try-outs for honor organizations and scholarships.
• Recruits new students into the orchestra program.
• Spends time beyond school hours on orchestra activities and county events.

Skills

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Instructional Strategies

Student Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Georgia Teaching Certification

Job description

Teacher, Middle School Assistant Orchestra (120B)[184]

Cobb County School District DODGEN MIDDLE SCHOOL - 0314 - Marietta, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5970064

Application Deadline: Dec 02, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Teacher, Middle School Assistant Orchestra

JOB CODE: 120B

DIVISION: Leadership

SALARY SCHEDULE: Teacher

DEPARTMENT: Leadership

WORKDAYS: 184

REPORTS TO: Principal

PAY GRADE: CIT (4, 5, 6, or 7)

FLSA: Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To assist the band director in providing musical instruction for students and present them in performance as part of that instruction.

REVISION DATE(S): 9/24; 8/25

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Educational Level: Bachelor’s degree
2. Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Teaching Certification
3. Experience: None
4. Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
2. Assists in the instructional delivery of the Cobb County School District orchestra curriculum.
3. Instructs students on their instruments at their level and to ensure each student’s progress by as much individualization as possible.
4. Presents concerts or programs as dictated by the instructional needs of the students and the valid expectations of the community.
5. Selects music for performances which will further the student’s musical technique, understanding and appreciation.
6. Assists in the preparation of 7 th and 8 th grade orchestras for the Middle School Orchestra Large Group Performance Evaluation each year.
7. Prepares students for auditions and try-outs for honor organizations and scholarships.
8. Recruits new students into the orchestra program.
9. Spends a minimum average of 7½ hours per week beyond the hours required of non-supplemental teacher in instructional (including performance) activities with orchestra students or in county-wide meetings and events.
10. Prepares paperwork such as inventory, purchase orders, instrumental check-out forms, report cards, attendance, uniform records, music, library records, etc. The responsibility for the completion and accuracy of paperwork rest with the orchestra director.
11. Supervises students at all performances, rehearsals and on trips.
12. Meets expectations according to the regular middle school teacher job description.
13. Maintains prompt and professional communication with parents.
14. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Position Type: Not provided

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 514 Glover Street
• Marietta, Georgia 30060
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]