Secondary Music Teacher at NLRMS-6th Grade

NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description for Secondary Music Teacher

Department: Instructional

Job Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Building Principal

Grade/Level: Secondary (6th)

Amount of Travel Required: Minimal travel may be required if in conjunction with pre-approved professional development

activities

Positions Supervised: None

Work Schedule: 190-day contract, Monday through Friday;

POSITION SUMMARY

Instruct students in music at the secondary level designated according to state licensure, certification, and subject matter specifically as assigned by the building Principal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students
• for whom responsible. Follow district policy and building procedures associated with student management; consistently demonstrate proficient classroom management skills.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with other staff members.
• Demonstrate a high individual rate attendance (goal being 95% or above annually) in order to maximize student learning.
• Follow all building procedures regarding attendance and punctuality keeping your Principal informed
• attimes.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to
• students.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and
• administrativeregulations.
• Assign and grade class work and homework in a timely manner. Communicate student progress by
• posting to Edline as required by your building administrator.
• Enforce all NLRSD Board policies, administrative procedures, and rules governing students
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction using researched-based best
• practices.
• Guide and counsel all students based on their academic interests and needs.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent
• injuries and damage.
• Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate
• supervisors.
• Use technology to support instruction.
• Meet with parents and/or guardians to discuss their children's progress.
• Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve and 504 Plans.
• students' behavioral and academic problems. Assist in the development and implementation of IEP's
• Prepare objectives and comprehensive lesson plans following curriculum maps and the
• Arkansas State Frameworks.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to
• maintain and improve professional competence.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of
• secondary school programs.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests according to state requirements and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need. Develop, implement, and update Academic Improvement Plans.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Perform supervisory duties as assigned in accordance with state statutes.
• Adhere to North Little Rock School District Policies, and the state mandated "Educators' Code of Ethics."
• Follow all state and federal guidelines in association with IDEA and ADA to ensure that all students
• have access to a comprehensive education.
• Maintain a valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification and Highly Qualified
• Teacher status (if applicable).
• Adhere to the Policies of the North Little Rock School District which are made available to employees as posted on the NLRSD website located online at www.nlrsd.org by accessing the “ School Board ” tab and opening the
• “ Policies by North Little Rock School District Board of Education ” folder, the opening the “ Certified Personnel ” link.
• Other duties assigned by building principal.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Accountability - accepts responsibility and account for his/her actions
• Accurate - performs work accurately and thoroughly
• Adaptability - adapts to change in the workplace
• Communication, Oral - communicates effectively with others using the spoken word
• Communication, Written - communicates in writing clearly and concisely
• Consensus Building - brings about group solidarity to achieve a goal
• Creative - thinks in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea
• Regular Attendance - reports to work regularly to maximize student progress
• Diversity Oriented - works effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race,ethnicity, religion, or job type
• Enthusiastic - brings energy to the performance of a task
• Ethical - demonstrates conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards
• Goal Oriented - focuses on a goal and obtains a pre-determined result
• Honesty / Integrity - truthful and seen as credible in the workplace
• Initiative - takes actions to solve problems or reach goals
• Innovative - looks beyond the standard solutions
• Interpersonal - gets along well with a variety of personalities and individuals
• Judgment - formulates sound decisions using the available information
• Loyal - demonstrates a trait of duty to students and to coworkers
• Management Skills - organizes and directs oneself, and a classroom, so as to effectively supervise students
• Motivation - inspires oneself, and students, to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability
• Organized - possesses the trait of being organized so as to follow systematic methods of performing tasks
• Patience - acts calmly under stress and strain
• Positive attitude - optimistic, team-first attitude displayed at all times
• Presentation Skills - effectively presents information to students, parents, and others
• Problem Solving - finds solutions for challenges, deals proactively with work-related problems
• Punctual - reports to work on time, reports to class or other duties on time
• Reliability - dependable and trustworthy
• Responsible - accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
• Tactful - shows consideration for and maintains good relations with students, parents, and coworkers
• Team Building - convinces students, parents, and coworkers to work toward goals

Education

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree with a valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification, meeting Arkansas Department of Education standards.

Approved Licensure Codes:

• 124 - Vocal Music K-12
• 125 - Instrumental Music K-12
• 203 - Vocal Music
• 2030 - Vocal Music
• 2040 - Instrumental Music
• 205 - Instrumental Music
• 262 - Instrumental Music
• 263 - Instrumental Music
• 265 - Vocal Music
• 266 - Vocal Music

Experience

Experience preferred, but not required

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Computer Skills

Basic technology proficiency, with the ability to learn and implement district teacher technology to include grade reporting and parental communication technology (Grade Quick, Ed Line Programs)

Certificates & Licenses

Valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification, in accordance with Arkansas Department of Education requirements.

Other Requirements

Appreciation for diversity. Ability to pass required ASP/FBI/DHS background checks.

The North Little Rock School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.