Music Teacher

PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. This position is responsible for the instruction of music education programs and curricula for exceptional students.

The Music Teacher provides curriculum-based learning and performance experiences and will incorporate aspects of the Individual Childs Education Plan (IEP) and transition goals. The Music Teacher manages the paraeducators in the classroom. The Music Teacher reports to the principal.

Responsibilities :

• Assess and evaluate student abilities and needs.
• Provides general music instruction related to vocal instrumental music composition and other areas of music education.
• Plans develops and implements individualized and group instruction and therapeutic behavior management relative to the needs of the individuals or group in the classroom.
• Assists in the data collection process and procedure for students; collaborates with school staff on data accuracy and problem-solving for improved student outcomes and progress monitoring.
• Complete appropriate written reports plans and records relative to the educational program (point sheets behavior data plans academic progress and social goals progress) in a timely and professional manner.
• Plan and facilitate instruction with adaptations as designated in the students IEP.
• Supervise and set clear expectations for paraeducator staff in their supportive role in the classroom to ensure best practices for all students educationally and therapeutically.
• Effectively manage the classroom environment including engaging students and incorporating proactive behavior management strategies.
• Maintain an organized classroom that fosters structure and support conducive to learning.
• Fully engage in staff development trainings to continue to develop and maintain skills regarding the dynamic needs of students.
• Adhere to the core competencies of teacher expectations : planning and preparation instructional delivery content knowledge and pedagogy and professionalism.
• Communicate regularly with parents or guardians.
• Adhere to all PHMC and Fairwold Academy policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Skills :
• Must excel at a performance medium including vocal piano instrumental or choral music.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of educational staff and parents to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
• Excellent ability to work with students of all ages levels and from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum and instructional strategies for students experiencing behavior management challenges.
• Demonstrated knowledge of theory and principles of child growth and development with an emphasis on social-emotional development and low-incidence disabilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of School Wide Positive Behavior Support systems including PBIS data systems
• Demonstrated ability to effectively instruct assess and evaluate students with behavioral and social-emotional needs.
• Demonstrated skills with computers data systems and electronic reports
• Demonstrated ability to understand and adhere to policies and procedures
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Sufficient mobility and ability to participate in managing the safety of a child through physical or personal interventions.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT :

General music

Physical demands / work environment :

Education and Experience :

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Time Management,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Smartsheet,Special Needs,Teaching,Experience with Children,Dancing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1