Greenwich School District

Greenwich Public Schools seeks a 0.5 FTE instrumental music teacher at the elementary school level, location to be determined.

Position Purpose:

To provide an instructional program that will develop students’ understanding and appreciation of the art of music, including listening to a wide range of musical genres, periods, and styles. The music teacher will identify, recruit, promote, and develop each student's talents in music expression.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of current music teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Demonstrates a knowledge, understanding, and application of music instruction in the curriculum
• Develop student understanding and appreciation of music
• Ability to play an instrument or instruments, and conduct students in playing instruments as needed
• Ability to instruct students in proper performance etiquette and music use and care
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Essential Responsibilities:

• Administers school music curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
• Develops a balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including the needs of students with special needs; conducts individual and small-group instruction as needed
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate
• Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs (including scheduled performances/concerts) and performances outside the classroom
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during practices, rehearsals, and performances
• Coordinates with the Arts Program Coordinator and other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees
• Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order
• Creates learning opportunities through which students can analyze and evaluate artistic expression both intellectually and emotionally
• Reviews and implements modifications, accommodations, and intervention plans for all students, both general education and special education

Equipment:

• Use of district-issued digital tools, specifically Google Suite, Schoology and others.

Qualifications Profile

• CT State certification, or certifiability, in Music, Grades PreK-12 (#049), required