Choir Director / Teacher

Choir Director

Position Summary

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages scholars to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the Principal.

Duties & Responsibilities

•    Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.

•    Develops schemes of work, lesson plans, and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.

•    Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.

•    Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.

•    Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.

•    Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.

•    Provide appropriate feedback on work.

•    Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.

•    Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.

•    Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.

•    Prepare required reports on students and activities.

•    Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings.

•    Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

•    Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

•    Prepare classroom for class activities.

•    Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.

•    Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development.

•    Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments.

•    Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths

Education: Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in vocal/music education (or related major) with an emphasis in education/teaching preferred

Experience: 2-3 years of experience as a Choir Director of youth required; experience in an academic setting preferred

Special Skills:

•    Ability to enforce high standards of behavior, dress, and character in oneself and with students.

•    Excellent communication and organization skills.

•    Professional and friendly disposition

•    Proficient with computers and software applications including Microsoft Office tools.

Type of fingerprint clearance: Shall be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S 15-512

Physical functions: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment. Reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Equipment used: Frequent computer use is expected.

Work Environment: Typical office environment is expected; occasional exposure to outdoor weather.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.