HEMET UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

SECONDARY BAND TEACHER - MUSIC

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

Under the direction of the Site Administration, to organize and implement quality band teaching that is inspiring and engaging. Plan and conduct instrument ensemble lessons for students. Collaboration with other music teachers to plan performances and recruitment, developing band programs, and demonstrating proficiency in required instruments are core elements. Assist in school programs and follow General Duties and Responsibilities Guidelines, as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Teaching and Learning:

•Experience with marching band, jazz band, drumline, orchestra andconcert band are desirable

•Plans a balanced music program and organizes daily classes so thatpreparation, instruction, and rehearsal can be accomplished within theallotted time

•Utilizes varied repertoire, including traditional and contemporary literature,that is appropriate for the ages and demonstrated skill level of performers

•Evaluates, assesses and supports high-quality individual studentdevelopment and performance

•Maintains accurate inventory over school-owned instruments, music,uniforms and equipment to prevent loss and to assess for repair andreplacement

•Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs for instruments as required

•Selects and requisitions appropriate music, books, instruments andinstructional aids, to enhance learning

•Meets with other District music teachers in planning for District musicprograms

•Collaborates with site staff to provide multiple performance opportunitiesfor students to showcase their skills for their peers and parents

•Implements high quality learning and teaching strategies to inspire bestpractice

•Establishes and maintains appropriate standards for student behavior toprovide an orderly, productive environment during individual practice,group rehearsals, and musical performances

•Connects curricular content to the California Arts Standards

Classroom Culture:

•Creates a safe and productive classroom culture that fosters studentresponsibility for self and music equipment

•Positive relationships are evident, procedures are clear, and theclassroom is safe and secure for learning

•Student and teacher interactions promote a growth mindset and studenttalents are cultivated

•All students are welcome and receive an equitable learning opportunity

•Maintains an organized, clean environment Professional Responsibilities

•Participates in staff meetings and committees, as assigned

•Actively participates in Professional Learning Communities to improveteaching and learning

•Reflects on instruction and goal setting with assigned Coach/Mentor

•Maintains professional competence through in-service training provided bythe District and/or through self-selected professional developmentactivities

•Completes all District requests including but not limited to inventory,reporting, communicating with parents and staff and completingcontractual obligations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Credential:
•Music Single Subject

Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Music, MusicPerformance, or Music Education preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands:
Walk, look downward, turn neck (up to continuously) sit, bend, (frequently); stand, stoop, squat, reach, push, pull, (occasionally; kneel, crawl). Climb
(infrequently); grasp/manipulate materials & instruments; supplies (continuously); lift items to 15 pounds (frequently), carry to 15 pounds (frequently), lift/carry to 40 pounds (infrequently), use seeing, hearing and speaking (continuously, in class).

Working Conditions:
Indoor classrooms, exposure to: student noise and music, odors of food, possible communicable diseases or unruly students. Outdoor schoolyard and grounds,
exposure to; temperatures, dust, pesticides and smoke (seasonally).
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Non-Discrimination Policy:
The Hemet Unified School District Governing Board desires to provide a safe school environment that allows all individuals equal access and opportunities in the district’s academic and other educational support programs, services, and activities. The Board prohibits, at any school activity or school attendance occurring within a school under the jurisdiction of the local educational agency, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and bullying by anyone based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, immigration status, nationality, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, genetic information, age, religion, religious creed, political belief or affiliation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, or the perception of one of more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within a school under the jurisdiction of the Superintendent.

Inquiries about Title IX and its regulations may be referred to HUSD's Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department ofEducation’s Office for Civil Rights, or both.

HUSD's Title IX Coordinator:
Dr. Carol Tomeo
1791 W. Acacia Avenue
Hemet, CA  92545
(951) 765-5100
ctomeo@hemetusd.org

HUSDs nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located under the District's Board Policy listings at this link.  

To report information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or make a complaint of discrimination under Title IX, please refer to the HUSD website at this link.

California Law Prohibits Workplace Discrimination & Harassment