Espanola Schools is hiring: Teacher Music/Art CFVMS in Espanola

Music Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Properly certified in all areas of assignment;


• Demonstrate cooperativeness and willingness to carry out assigned tasks and perform responsibilities;


• Bilingual endorsement if highly preferable.


• Other qualifications determined necessary by the Board.

REPORTS TO: Principal or designee

GENERAL SUPERVISOR: Superintendent

JOB GOAL: To develop in each pupil an appreciation of the art of music as part of general culture; to teach techniques of vocal or instrumental music expression; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of music, to develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach skills in music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in music and in instrumental music (band, orchestra, instrumental ensemble) and choral music (chorus, choir, choral ensemble) to Middle and High School students. Utilize the teaching competencies and curriculum/bilingual curriculum adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.


• Instruct pupils in citizenship, expected student behavior, and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.


• Plan a balanced music program and organize daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished with the allotted time.


• Provide individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.


• Utilize repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.


• Control the storage and use of school-owned property; make minor adjustments and request repairs to instruments as required.


• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals and musical performances.


• Evaluate each pupil’s musical growth and performance, assessing each individual’s contribution to the performance of the group.


• Plan, rehearses, and directs pupils in musical programs for school and community.


• Select and requisition books, musical instruments, instructional aids and maintain required inventory records.


• Communicate with parents bi-weekly, monthly or sooner as the need arises, on a student’s progress and behavior.


• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems.


• Cooperate with the school administration in providing musical programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies and civic functions.


• Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.


• Participate in curriculum alignment, benchmarks, performance standards/assessments and revisions, inclusive of bilingual development programs and implement EPSS.


• Gather data to develop strategies for student improvement.


• Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities to include; in and out of school activities.


• Maintain professional competencies through in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.


• Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.


• Administer Group Standardized Tests in accordance with the district testing program.


• Administer the Language Assessment Scale Testing and Scoring in both English and Spanish.


• Attend board meetings at the request of the Superintendent and/or his authorized designee.


• Perform other assigned tasks required by the supervisor(s).

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Terms of employment are to be established on an annual basis, through the adoption of the school calendar.

SALARY:

Salary to be established on an annual basis through the adoption of the salary schedules.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy.

Teacher, High School – Art

Position Title: Teacher, High School

Department: Art

Reports To: Principal

SUMMARY:

To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches district-approved art curriculum.


• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.


• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.


• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.


• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.


• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and __ in harmony with the goals __ establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.


• Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students.


• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.


• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises classroom, students, instructional assistants and volunteers.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Arts degree.


• Teacher License with an endorsement in Art from the New Mexico Public Education Department.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally, the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 pounds such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being or work output of other people.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

The information contained in this description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.