MIDDLE SCHOOL HEAD ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR 2024-2025
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Job Title: Classroom Teacher Wage/Hour Status: ExemptReports to: Building Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Pay ScaleDept./School: Assigned Campus Days: 187, 197, 207 or 217 based on assignment at hiringPrimary Purpose:Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in societyQualifications:Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree from accredited universityValid Texas teaching certificate, with required endorsements for subject/level assignedSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of subjects assignedGeneral knowledge of curriculum and instructionAbility to instruct students and manage their behaviorStrong organizational, communication and interpersonal skillsExperience:Student teaching or approved internship, preferredMajor Responsibilities and Duties:

Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required

Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in learning styles in students

Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned

Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities

Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)

Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements

Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s)

Employ the use of technologies in the teaching/learning process

Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits

Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required

Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the school

Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of the school district

Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students

Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials

Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with students, parents, principals and teachers

Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members

Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly

Participate in staff development activities to improve job related skills

Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) Serve as mentor to student teachersWorking Conditions:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other equipmentThe foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I have read, understand and attest to the above description and funding relating to my daily activities.Signature Date