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Elementary Band Teacher

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Under direction,  to organize and implement quality, inspiring and engaging instrumental lessons for elementary students in grades 4 and 5. Collaborating with other music teachers to plan performances and recruitment, developing Band programs and demonstrating proficiency in required instruments are core elements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Teaching and Learning:

• Establish a schedule for each class or classes in consultation with teachers and site administrators; arrange for lesson and rehearsal space use
• Connect curricular content to the California Arts Standards
• Collaborate with district and site staff to provide multiple performance opportunities for students to showcase their talents and passions for their peers and parents
• Develop clear classroom, behavior and performance etiquette expectations
• Select and order appropriate music and necessary equipment
• Provide quality, rigorous instruction; aligning authentic assessment tasks
• Select, edit, and arrange age-appropriate repertoire and exercises to accommodate the musical ability of pupils
• Implement high quality learning and teaching strategies to inspire best practice
• Meet with other District music teachers in planning for any possible District music programs
• Give instruction in the fundamentals of music; give individual or small group lessons to students enrolled in the band program
• Counsel with student and parents concerning the band program and selection of instruments for pupils
• Maintain an inventory of, and be responsible for and keep in good repair the District music instruments and equipment assigned to their custody
• General Music instruction may be required and experience in General Music is desirable

Classroom Culture:

• Create a safe and productive classroom culture that fosters student responsibility for self and music equipment

• Positive relationships are evident, procedures are clear, and the classroom is safe and secure for learning
• Student and teacher interactions promote a growth mindset and student talents are cultivated
• All students are welcome and receive an equitable learning opportunity
• Maintain an organized, clean environment Professional Responsibilities:
• Participate in staff meetings and committees, as assigned
• Actively participate in Professional Learning Communities to improve teaching and learning
• Reflect on instruction and goal setting with assigned Coach/Mentor
• Maintain professional competence through in-service training provided by the District and/or through self-selected professional development activities
• Complete all District requests including but not limited to inventory, reporting, communicating with parents and staff and completing contractual obligations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Music, Music Performance, or Music Education preferred

Credential:

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid California credential authorizing services in Music.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position must perform in carrying out the essential functions of the position.

Physical Demands:

Sit, stand, reach, look down, turn neck (frequently); walk, bend, stoop, squat, push, pull, climb stairs, reach above shoulders (occasionally); kneel, crawl, lay down, use foot controls (infrequently); lift/carry items to 10 pounds (frequently), to 25 pounds (occasionally) and 26 – 90 pounds (students, in emergencies); grasp/manipulate materials and supplies (frequently); use seeing, hearing and speaking (continuously).

Working Conditions:

Indoor classrooms, outdoor school yard and grounds. Exposure to: student and playground noise, communicable diseases, unruly students, air conditioning, seasonal temperatures, dust, wind, pesticides and possible smog.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Non-Discrimination Policy:
The Hemet Unified School District (District) is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in District programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For all complaints concerning students, employees, and programs please contact: 

Dr. Carol Tomeo, Director, Title IX, Compliance & Resolution

1791 W. Acacia Avenue

Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-5100 ext. 2255

For questions concerning Section 504, please contact: 

Joshua Workman, Director, Student Support Services

1791 W. Acacia Avenue

Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-5100 ext. 3500

For questions concerning educational equity, please contact: 

Michael Schanze, Coordinator of Child Welfare & Attendance

and Educational Equity

1791 W. Acacia Avenue

Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-5100 ext. 3700