TITLE: MUSIC TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS: Certified by the State Board of Examiners in the State of New Jersey REPORTS TO: Principal and/or his/her designee JOB GOALS: To develop in each pupil an appreciation of the art of music as part of the general culture; to teach techniques of vocal and/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: Teaches skills in music appreciation, harmony, history, theatre and explorations in music, and in instrumental music (band, orchestral, instrumental ensemble) and/or choral music (solo, choral ensemble) to pupils at the appropriate grade level. Utilizes course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities. 2. Instructs pupils in basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. 3. Plans a balanced music program and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time. 4. Utilizes a repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils. 5. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required. 6. Plans, rehearses and directs pupils in musical programs for school and community. 7. Selects and requisitions music, books, musical instruments and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records. 8. Cooperates with the school administration in providing musical programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies and civic functions. 9. Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning. 10. Provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. 11. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs of all students. 12. Implements by instruction and action the district's instructional goals and objectives established and approved by both local and State Boards of Education in accordance with state educational laws to ensure optimum student progress. 13. Evaluates student progress on a regular basis during each marking period and maintains accurate records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation. 14. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior in compliance with school and district policy needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom and building. 15. Attends and participates in faculty meetings and fulfills required duties. 16. Cooperates in the development of a working relationship with all members of the faculty and other members of the school community. 17. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil's progress and interpret the school program. 18. Participates in the construction and development of curriculum guides appropriate to one's academic discipline. 19. Maintains a level of professional competence appropriate to the specific area of certification, assignment and matters of general educational importance. 20. Prepares and maintains clear lesson plans to provide continuity of instruction. 21. Performs other related professional duties as required. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.