Location to be determined

To manage, coordinate, lead and develop the elementary school orchestra

program. This individual will be responsible for creating an energetic, high

performing orchestra program predicated on outstanding commitment from

the director, students and school.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designs or selects and uses planned sequences of instruction for the development of instrumental technique and music reading so that students acquire the prerequisite skills for the succeeding high school level of instruction.
• Follow state curriculum for 4-8 instrumental music education
• Identifies, diagnoses, and prescribes remediation for problems in individual and group instrumental technique.
• Matches activities and materials to individual and group
• Ensures that instructional activities and materials are clearly related to system, school, and department goals and objectives.
• Provides instruction based on designated instructional guides
• Conducts rehearsals and performances demonstrating understanding of differences in style among various types of music.
• Builds and maintains a program that attracts and holds at least enough students to (1) perform middle school band or orchestra literature with a standard instrumentation and balance of parts, and (2) sustain a standard and balanced instrumentation at the succeeding high school level.
• Performances of high musical quality for the school and community in which groups are well-disciplined and make a good appearance.
• Collaborates with other District orchestra or System band instructors to ensure continuity in enrollment from elementary to middle to high school.
• Establishes and maintains an orderly and supportive classroom environment in which students is actively participating and show respect for one another and for the teacher.
• Maximizes time when students are paying attention and working on tasks directly related to the subject matter.
• Conducts interesting and well-paced classes using a variety of instructional techniques and materials appropriate to the lesson.
• Gives clear directions and makes sure students understand what to do before undertaking assignments.
• Assesses, keeps track of, and provides feedback promptly and often to students on their progress and assignments.
• Selects and requisitions required music, instruments, equipment, and supplies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree with SD teaching certificate and/or Orchestra Experience
• Working knowledge of all band or orchestral string instruments.
• Strong personal musicianship.
• Organizational skills