Secondary Orchestra Teacher

IDAHO ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL Southwest / Boise Music Education Secondary Full Time Posted 1Y ago

About this job

IDAHO ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL
1220 5th St N, Nampa, ID 83687

The Executive Director invites qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of: Secondary Orchestra Teacher

Required Application Process - Submit a current resume and application at https://www.idahoartscharter.org/our_school/employment

About Us - Idaho Arts Charter School is an independent school district with two campuses located within two miles of each other. We serve over 1,200 students in grades K-12, with nearly 40% of our students qualifying for free/reduced lunch.

Our Mission and Purpose Statement - IACS will provide a community which emphasizes positive personal habits and attitudes, including a healthy lifestyle, integrity, empathy, and courtesy for others, respect for differences among people and cultures, and academic honesty.

Job Title: Secondary Orchestra Teacher
Location: Nampa, ID
Salary: Aligned to the Idaho State Dept of Education Career Ladder
2023-2024 School Year Work Contract: 187 Days
Benefits: Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Position Summary
The High School Orchestra Teacher will plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive orchestra program that provides students with activities and experiences designed to fulfill the potential for intellectual, emotional, musical, physical, and social growth. The High School Orchestra Teacher will develop, select, and modify instructional plans and materials, and present them using arts integrated instructional techniques.

Minimum Qualifications
*Current Idaho teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements or applicable four year degree and/or industry experience
*Strong verbal and oral communication skills
*Self-motivated and strong analytical skills
*Attention to detail, prioritization skills, and time management
*Positive, kind, creative, communicative, selfless, humble, and wants to be part of making the lives of children, while at school, extraordinarily fantastic!
*Valid Idaho identification
*Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Major responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:
*Develops and administers orchestra curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
*Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning
*Ensures each student’s progress by as much individualization as possible
*Presents concerts or programs as directed by administration; selects music for performance which will further the students’ musical techniques, understanding and appreciation; encourages and assists worthy students in ensembles, solos, and preparation for auditions such as Honor Orchestra, All State orchestra , and music scholarships
*Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed
*Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research
*Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents
*Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
*Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings and committees
*Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal as designated by the Executive Director

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

IDAHO ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.