INSTRUCTOR/PKY - Band Director / Music Instructor Job at Inside Higher Ed in Gai

INSTRUCTOR/PKY - Band Director / Music Instructor

Job No: 538199
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Humanities, Early childhood education/Childcare
Department: 18180400 - ED-HIGH SCHOOL

Responsibilities

• Direct teaching of assigned students, creating a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Implement a Taylor curriculum for a 5-12 experience, selecting rigorous and developmentally appropriate music and materials.
• Recruit & retain students for the band program and plan performances for marching band competitions, symphonic band performance adjudications, and solo & ensemble festivals.
• Lead and supervise rehearsals for special programs and manage marching band support staff.
• Communicate effectively with administrators, parents, and colleagues regarding scheduling, upcoming performances/events, and students' academic progress.
• Manage annual instrument inventory, assignment, and the care & maintenance of instruments and equipment in the performing arts facility.
• Provide leadership and direction for the Band Parents Association dedicated to supporting the P.K. Yonge Marching Band Program.
• Manage the band budget, including creating an annual budget, leading fundraising efforts, and tracking spending and donations to support the marching band.
• Utilize a standards-based system to communicate clear and unbiased student grades.
• Administer and analyze formative assessments to monitor student progress and plan instructional shifts to increase achievement.
• Design appropriate curriculum, instructional, and assessment accommodations to support academic success for all students including both striving and advanced learners.
• Incorporate effective and innovative uses of technology to support teaching, learning and collaboration.
• Maintain regular parent communication electronically, face-to-face and conferences.
• Commit to continuous professional learning and ongoing reflection on effectiveness of teaching practice and implemented curricula for all students.

Minimum Requirements

• A Master's degree; candidates with a Bachelor's degree will be considered, but will be required to obtain a Master's degree within three years of hire.
• Florida teaching certification; Subject area certification.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Level 2 DCF background check.

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of K-12 teaching experience.

University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

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