Under the supervision of the site Principal is responsible for teaching music education to students, and assists the staff of the school in the improvement and appreciation of music instruction.  Helps students grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through a variety of planned musical experiences which include singing and playing of instruments and performs other duties directly related to this job description.

Duties:

1.  Create and deliver lesson plans that demonstrate knowledge of Common Core Standards and is able to integrate said standards into music instruction.

2.  Teaches skills in music understanding/appreciation, harmony, explorations in music and choral music to students.

3.  Plans/executes a balanced music program and organizes class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplshed within the allotted time.

4.  Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the music curriculum to the needs of each student.

5.  Encourages students to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible.

6.  Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students.

7.  Maintains care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments and equipment to prevent loss or abuse.  Makes minore adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.

8.  Evaluates each student's musical growth, performance, and musical understanding.  Assess each individual's contribution to the performance of the group.

9. Utilizes technology as appropriate in the classroom.

10.  Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a positive learning environment in the classroom, conducive to student learning.

11.  Collaborate with Special Education and other personnel to provide appropriate instructional programs and modifications for students.

Additional Related Duties/Responsibilities:

1.  Selects appropriate music, books and instructional aides to enhance learning and requisitions musical instruments and instructional supplies as necessary.

2.  Collaborates with site Principal and staff in providing musical programs for school assemblies, open house, parent meetings and seasonal programs or any other pertinent performances.

3.  Collaborates with colleagues to support and improve the instructional process at the school/district level.

4.  Communicates with parents and school staff on individual student's progress.

5.  Adhere to school and district timelines/guidelines and working hours.

6.  Perform basic attendance accounting, inventory of student materials and other record keeping as required.

7.  Participate in school and district level staff meetings and committees as needed.

8.  Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities (on campus and on field trips) during the assigned work day.

9.  Participates in school and distric plans to assure the safety of students.

Employment Standards:

1.  Bachelor's Degree 

2.  Valid and appropriate California Teaching Credential

3.  Posess the following personal qualities:

a.  Ability to meet the distric standards for physical and mental health

b.  Evidence of good moral character

c.  Satisfactory recommendations from training supervisors or other professionals who have observed the candidate's personal characteristics, scholastic achievements and job-related performance

4.  Such alternatives to the above qualifications as teh district may find appropriate and acceptable