District Band Teacher

Title: District Band Teacher - Anticipated

9-month term (187 days)

General Information: Midfield City Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. “No

person shall be denied employment or be excluded from participating in

any program or activity based on disability, sex, race, religion,

natural origin, color or age.”

Reports to: Principal

Supervise: Students and Paraprofessionals

Job Summary

Job Description:

• The Band Teacher will direct and manage the overall program of instrumental music and marching band for Midfield City Schools. Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band activities and ensure compliance with all state and district requirements. Plan activities to achieve district, regions and state recognition. Guide students through musical practice, giving them a chance to use musical instruments and their own voices and bodies to generate musical sounds, melodies and harmonies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Engage students in musical concepts through history and theory of music.

• Guide students through the process of reading musical notes.

• Guide students through musical practice, providing them with opportunities to use musical instruments and their own voices and bodies to generate musical sounds, melodies and harmonies.

• Provide basic vocal and instrumental instruction for a variety of musical styles. Prepare students for participation in the solo and ensemble events by assisting in literature selection, performance preparation, and in securing an accompanist, if needed.

• Prepare students and participate in All City and District-Wide Showcase Performances.

• Participate in curriculum development programs, such as drama club and exhibits.

• Evaluate student’s performance and growth in knowledge for progress reports and report cards.

• Maintain professional competence through professional development.

• Maintain a familiarity with current educational issues and trends.

• Use current technology for instruction and management purposes.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce and perform works of art through music expression.

• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel.

• Properly cares for equipment and material resources of the school system.

• Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies and state, federal and local laws

• Reports absences and take leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures; prepares for substitutes according to Board policies and school procedures.

Qualifications:

1. Valid Alabama Professional Certification in Education.

2. Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Music Education from an accredited college or university.

3. Must meet Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA) federal and state requirements or a willingness to meet the requirements.

Physical Requirements:

Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

Salary: To be determined commensurate with Midfield City School salary matrix, credentials and experience.

Evaluation: The performance of this job be evaluated according to the provisions of the Board policy on personnel evaluation.

Procedures for Applying: Applicants must submit their application through the Alabama True Hire: Alabama True Hire Job Openings. Any questions regarding this should be directed to the Human Resources Coordinator (205)-923-2262.

The job will be posted for 14 days or until the position is filled.

Upon employment, employees will be required to submit legible fingerprints for a background review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (HB402 ACT 99-361) Alabama Legislature.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. Midfield City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.