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.2 Long-Term Substitute Strings Music Teacher

JobID: 2607

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Music - Orchestra

Date Posted:
9/20/2024

Location:
Julian Curtiss School

Date Available:
As soon as filled

Closing Date:
Until filled

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Greenwich Public Schools seeks a 0.2 FTE long-term substitute strings music teacher for the 2024-25 school year; the position will teach on Fridays from approximately 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The position carries full salary and benefits for the duration of the assignment.

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 strings music expression.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of current strings 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 strings 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 strings 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 strings 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

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