Teacher, Assistant Orchestra Director

PRIMARY PURPOSE :

Assist in the direction and management of the overall band orchestra choral or mariachi program for the assigned campus. Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular music activities and ensure compliance with all state University Interscholastic League (UIL) Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) and district requirements. Plan activities to achieve district regional and state recognition. Assure high levels of achievement and learning for all fine arts students.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Certification :

Bachelors degree in music required

Valid PK-12 or 6-12 Texas teaching certificate in Music required

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Knowledge of overall operation of primary music program; Ability to manage budget and personnel;

Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band choir or orchestra; Ability to implement policy and procedures; Ability to interpret data; Strong communication public relations and interpersonal skills; demonstrate knowledge of subjects assigned with a strong emphasis on music; exhibit general knowledge of curriculum and instruction; basic computer skills.

Days : 202

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Program Planning

• Direct school performing ensembles as assigned.
• Help establish performance requirements enforce academic requirements and verify each students eligibility to participate.
• Provide participation at co-curricular and extracurricular events including concerts and UIL activities.
• Help arrange transportation lodging and meals for out-of-town events.
• Attend all region UIL and TMEA functions.
• Comply with federal and state laws State Board of Education rules UIL rules and board policy and fine arts procedures and requirements.
• Encourage community partnerships that promote a favorable image for the district campus and overall program.
• Support and actively encourage student involvement in the assigned music program grades 6-12.
• Follow the direction of the vertical team leader to assure curricular alignment with in the vertical team.

Budget and Inventory

Instruction

Student Management

Communication

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None

Working Conditions :

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district and occasional statewide travel; prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor and indoor work.

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Early Childhood Education,Customer Service,Infant Care,Classroom Management,Classroom Experience,Daycare,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Teaching,Training & Development,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1