Teacher, Strings/Orchestra (26-27SY)

General Definition of Work

The teacher, 7-12 band, strings/orchestra, or choral music, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion related to instructing classes in band, orchestra, or music and assists students in the development of instrumental techniques, music reading, and performance. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards
• Create a culture of effectiveness by setting high standards and expectations for all students
• Assist school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure while maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
• Create a classroom environment that provides for student engagement in the learning process and enables students to achieve learning objectives
• Create a culture of effectiveness, by setting high standards and expectations for all students
• Plan and implement a program of study in music that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of assigned students. Align instruction with the NC Essential Standards for Music and ensure a sequential course of study
• Utilize a variety of methods and adapt music instruction to benefit all students
• Integrate appropriate music technologies in their instruction
• Incorporate a variety of methods to assess and analyze student work and what they have learned
• Utilize a grading system that is consistent, fair, and supportable by the school/district
• Collaborate with other arts staff and assist classroom teachers in arts integration, alignment, and cross-coordination of the curriculum
• Work with Materials Management Inventory System (MMIS) staff to maintain an accurate inventory of musical equipment. Work to keep all instruments in playing condition
• Maintain necessary forms and records for instrumental music study
• Self-initiate opportunities for personal professional development and growth
• Perform safety functions/drills to maintain a safe instructional environment. Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Communicate program needs to principal
• Collaborate with principals, colleagues, and feeder school music staff to ensure continuity in enrollment and continuation of the program
• Seek out alternative funding sources to supplement program needs
• May coordinate field trips
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
• Knowledge of Common Core and NC Essential Standards
• Knowledge of North Carolina Testing Program in regard to End of Course Testing
• Knowledge of General Statute 115C of the NC State Law concerning Public Education
• Knowledge of CMS policies, rules, and regulations and the CMS Strategic Plan
• Knowledge of Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
• Knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of secondary music curriculum
• Knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
• Knowledge of various learning styles, curriculum development, program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
• Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to recognize the various ways in which learning takes place and know appropriate levels of intellectual and social development of their students
• Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment