ROCKINGHAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE: Band, Teacher (Middle School)

 

 

LOCATION: Middle Schools Within Division

 

 

JOB CATEGORY: Non-Classified

 

 

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:

Building Administrator(s)

 

 

PAY GRADE: Teacher, Supplemental Scale

 

 

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

 

 

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

 

Instructs and plans the instrumental music program during the ten-month contract period. Performs complex professional work providing teaching and/or training services to students; motivates students to develop skills; performs related work as required. Works with general supervision. See Teacher, Job Description, Specification Handbook of Rockingham County Public Schools.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

 

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

á      Meets and instructs the students(s) in assigned locations and at the designated times;

á      Instructs and plans the instrumental music program during the ten-month contract period;

á      Ensures the adequate supervision of students;

á      Establishes and maintains rapport with students;

á      Motivates students to achieve maximum potential;

á      Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;

á      Works collaboratively with staff, families, and community resources to support the success of a diverse student population;

á      Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies;

á      Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;

á      Performs related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with the school/system policies and practices;

á      Adheres to all of the duties listed on the Teacher, Job Description, Specification Handbook of Rockingham County Public Schools;

á      Implements the following extra-curricular and summer band activities:

 

Extra-Curricular Compensation:

á      Implements the following extra-curricular and summer band activities:

á      Participates in appropriate middle school music festivals;

á      Performs a minimum of two concerts;

á      Performs for community, school and professional organizations when appropriate;

 

 

60 Hours of Summer Band Activities:

á      Keeps accurate records of student contact hours, compensation is based on the time sheet that is to be submitted on the last day of each month to the Central Office Summer School designee;

á      Student contact hours include the following: band camp, small group or special instruction, or band instruction (beginning, intermediate or advanced).

á      Submits a time log to the building administrator at end of each summer month, including each studentÕs name and the date and time of the band activity;

á      Up to 10 hours of the 60 hours may be used for summer lesson preparation.

á      Submits a complete schedule of all summer activities to the building administrator at least one day prior to start of each summer session.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of musical instruments and band director practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents and community members.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and possess or be eligible to acquire appropriate license(s) and/or endorsement(s) for position as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidate must possess good moral character.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

Duties performed typically in school settings to include: band room, classrooms, gym, auditorium, and recreational areas, both at home and away events. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting, up to approximately 40 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment such band equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds may be required. Other limited physical activities are required. Occasional travel with students on field trips and various performances may be necessary. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Regular instruction to special needs children may be necessary. Regular contact with students to provide a positive learning environment is required. Contact with administrators, staff members, parents, and community members is required. Frequent contact with parents by phone and in person is necessary. Occasional contact with medical professionals may be required.

 

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities by building administrator(s).

 

School Board Approved 8/14/01