Music Teacher CES & SES

TITLE:             TEACHER

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To develop and implement an instructional program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each student.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid certification to meet State requirements with specific endorsements in the area to which assigned.

• Applicant must have good health and no disqualifying physical or emotional handicaps.  Evidence of fitness to teach from the standpoint of health may be required from a qualified physician.

• Applicant who has had teaching experience must have an acceptable rating on such teaching.

REPORTS TO:             Principal and/or a designee

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To comply with school and school board policies and regulations.

• To work cooperatively with the total staff.

• To relate positively to parents and other community representatives.

• To demonstrate professional growth.

• To be prompt and accurate with required records and reports.

• To demonstrate command of standard English, both spoken and written.

• To accept responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to the school.

• To use instructional and planning time effectively.

• To assume responsibility or care of materials, equipment and facilities.

• To assume responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to the teacher’s care.

• To practice and promote positive interaction with and among students.

• To demonstrate interest in the student, encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students.

• To demonstrate a knowledge of the subject being taught.

• Maintain an organized program of instruction based on long range plans.

• To exhibit evidence of effective lesson plans

• To utilize appropriate and varied teaching techniques and learning activities.

• To communicate lesson objectives and its importance to students.

• Demonstrate ability to adjust presentation of subject content to student’s needs and interest.

• To perform other duties as assigned by the Administration.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:             TEACHER (continued)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Ten-Month Contract, exempted FLSA status. Salary will be established annually by the School Board.

EVALUATION:

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations and evaluation of personnel.