Job Board
(Updated December 4, 2013)
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High School Instrumental Music Teacher/Band Director, Jazz Director and Concert Band Director
Experience teaching Guitar and Music Theory preferred. Please submit the information that is listed below to Mrs. Jeanne Temple, Assistant Superintendent, by Friday, December 13, 2013
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Professional Application
- Three Recommendation Letters
- Transcripts
- Praxis Scores
- Updated Clearances
- Copy of Certification
Big Spring High School
100 Mt. Rock Road
Newville, PA 17241
We are seeking an experienced individual to fill our Director of Music/ Organist position. This person will provide music leadership for 2 Sunday services and all special services as well as direct the adult , choir ,contemporary music group and handbell choir. We have a 2 rank Muller Pipe Organ, piano and keyboard. This is a part time position of 10 to 15 hours per week with salary commensurate with experience. The full position description is available upon request. Interested musicians please submit your cover letter and resume to stpaulsummerhill@gmail.com or mail to the above address.
St .Paul’s Lutheran Church
1185 Summerhill Road
Auburn , Pa. 17922
School District of Philadelphia
Title: Teacher, General & Vocal Music (General/Hearing Impaired)
Department: Chief Academic Office
Reports To: School Principal
Job Summary
Instructs students in all aspects of the vocal music program. Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques in an attempt to enhance the musical knowledge, skills, and abilities of students. Organizes and directs various activities related to the instruction of vocal music and music theory. Organizes and directs various choral groups such as the school choir and small vocal ensembles.
Essential Functions
In Both Specialties
- Assesses the skill level of students and groups them accordingly; provides instruction at various levels; plans units of work including content, process and sequence of study.
- Instructs students in the various aspects of music education including history, literature, principles of music theory, ear training, harmony, sight-singing, reading rhythmic patterns, arranging, music composition and conducting.
- Develops, organizes and conducts performance ensembles; develops musical programs; conducts and/or accompanies assembly singing; selects and develops music repertoire according to the skill level of the students; presents musical shows, concerts and other performances; encourages and arranges for individual student and ensemble participation in District-sponsored and non-District related music festivals.
- Assumes responsibility for the care, maintenance, and inventory of equipment and supplies needed.
- Keeps abreast of developments in pedagogy; consults with various music organizations to plan field trips to observe points of interest such as concerts and open rehearsals; arranges for guest artists to lecture and/or perform.
- Maintains classroom discipline.
- Maintains attendance, grade, and other required records.
In The Hearing Impaired Specialty
*In addition to the above, the following duties are performed:
- Develops, organizes and conducts performance ensembles which include hearing impaired and deaf students; develops musical programs adapted to the abilities and interests of the hearing impaired and deaf students.
- Participates in collaborative activities with hearing impaired staff to establish methods that include hearing impaired and deaf students into the general music program.
Minimum Requirements
For Both Specialties
- Bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university.
For the Hearing Impaired Specialty
* In addition to the above, the following is required:
- One year of experience signing with hearing impaired and deaf students using American Sign Language.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of:
- the modern methods, principles, and practices of secondary education.
- the modern methods, principles, and practices of music education.
- the theory and principles of child growth and development.
- Demonstrated ability to:
- illustrate technical proficiency on a major instrument and also in piano sight reading for vocal instruction.
- illustrate musicianship through chord recognition and analysis, matching and identifying pitches, sight reading rhythmic patterns, keyboard harmonization and transposition.
- illustrate proficiency in vocal techniques applicable to small and large choruses as well as soloists.
- develop musical concepts.
- plan and prepare lessons.
- establish and maintain effective working relationships.
For the Hearing Impaired Specialty
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to:
- sign with hearing impaired and deaf students using American Sign Language.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Certificates/Licenses
- Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certificate to teach music.
For information contact Monique Cureton at mcureton@philasd.org
The School District of Philadelphia invites PA. certified music teachers (General/Vocal and Instrumental ) to apply for teaching positions effective 2013-2014.
Please email your resume to Monique Cureton, Recruiter at (mcureton@philasd.org). In your email please clearly state whether you are interested in General Vocal or Instrumental (specify your instrument). Come join our team and serve the children of Philadelphia.
Other Teaching jobs in Pennsylvania may be found on the PA School Boards Association Web-Site.
