Teacher - Music Chorus

Job Title

Teacher

School Based

Teacher Salary Scale

10 months

Exempt

Under the supervision of the Principal and/or other designated administrator, the Teacher develops and implements an instructional program that will effectively meet the needs of all students. The Teacher assesses and evaluates student performance and modifies instructional activities as appropriate.

• Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students by demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and maintaining interest in students.
• Encourage self‑direction and self‑motivation in students.
• Adapt and adjust instructional presentation of subject content to students' needs and interests.
• Maintain an organized program of instruction based on effective long‑range plans with evidence of effective lesson planning.
• Utilize a variety of appropriate materials and resources.
• Communicate the lesson objective and its importance to students.
• Utilize appropriate and varied teaching techniques and learning activities both in class and out of class.
• Maintain an effective system of monitoring student progress and inform appropriate persons of such progress.

• Complete required reports promptly and accurately.
• Accept responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to the school.
• Assume responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to the teacher's care.

• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Respond promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance appropriate to position.
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co‑workers.
• Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to confidentiality guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or education related to specific subject area to which assigned.
• Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.

• Knowledge
  • Thorough knowledge of the subject being taught
  • Classroom management strategies appropriate to the learning situation
• Skills
  • Relate positively to parents and other community representatives
  • Assess individual needs and performance
• Abilities
  • Address criticism in an appropriate manner and develop constructive outcomes
  • Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
  • Organize and perform work independently
  • Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
  • Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

The work environment is inside a classroom but can include outside activities. The setting may involve moderate noise, temperatures that are controlled but can be subject to outside temperatures, and no exposure to chemicals or other negative air quality elements. The work is light, requiring exertion of up to 20 pounds of force to move or lift objects.

Typical physical and mental abilities required include standing and sitting for prolonged periods, moving hands, wrists, or fingers repetitively, handling objects by hand, identifying colors and objects under various lighting conditions, communicating effectively in spoken and written language, perceiving sounds, and making decisions using logic and rational thinking.

Reasonable accommodations shall be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein.

Entry level

Full‑time

Education and Training

Primary and Secondary Education