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Part-time Band Teacher (Lessons Instructor) JobID: 331

• Position Type:

  Elementary School Teaching/ Music - Instrumental

• Date Posted:

  6/11/2024

• Location:

  Carlisle Community School District

    

CARLISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB TITLE Instrumental Music Lesson Instructor

REPORTS TO Building Principal

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification

• Must clear criminal and child/adult abuse background check

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred

• Valid Iowa teaching license preferred

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program

• Ability to manage budget and personnel

• Ability to implement policy and procedures

• Ability to interpret data

• Strong communication, public relations and interpersonal skills

• Experience preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including, but not limited to concerts, athletic events, marching and jazz band competitions, honor bands and solo and ensemble contests as necessary

• Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs

• Recommend policies to improve the district instrumental music program

• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing and storing all band equipment and uniforms

• Develop and implement plans for instrumental music program and show written evidence of preparation as required

• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences

• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Department of Education, board polices and best practice

• Plan and use appropriate instruction and learning strategies, activities and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement

• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students

• Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with school board policies and student handbook

• Take all reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment and facilities

• Publish basic rules for proper student participation in band activities

• Establish and maintain open communication with parents, staff and students

• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents and community

• Work closely with district instrumental staff to coordinate instrumental music program

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ MENTAL DEMANDS/ ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Maintain emotional control under stress

• Frequent district and occasional statewide travel

• Prolonged and irregular hours

• Outdoor and indoor work

• Exposure to sun, cold, inclement weather

• Ability to work with interruptions

• Capable of standing/walking for periods up to 2 to 3 hours

• Tobacco and substance free environment

• Must provide certification of good health prior to employment

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Wage and work year to be established by Master Contract

• Employment per Board Policies and Administrative Rules and Regulations

Disclaimer:

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel in this position. These statements are not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

The Carlisle Community School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of the Carlisle Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Brandon Eighmy, Director of Human Resources and School Services, 430 School Street, Carlisle, IA 50047, 515-989-3589,brandon.eighmy@carlislecsd.org.

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