RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Music Teacher will be responsible for developing in each student an interest in and the ability for creative expression in musical terms, using skills and techniques of music expression consistent with school guidelines; to develop aesthetic understandings and appreciations; to discover and develop talents of students in the field of music.

• Collaborate with colleagues and utilize various curriculum resources to create objective-based lessons aligned to current NYS learning standards.
• Actively engage students in the delivery of high-quality instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the academic needs of all students.
• Utilize data to inform instructional decisions.
• Establish a supportive classroom environment that provides for the social-emotional learning of all students.
• Grade student work and maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and grades.
• Effectively communicate with parents and students regarding academic progress.
• Attend required meetings and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Provide individual and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying intellectual and musical abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities
• Provide instruction that reflects the diverse educational, cultural and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and provide rigorous, engaging instruction addressing student Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and NYS curriculum standards.  

• Use culturally and linguistically responsive practices to instruct students of varying cultural backgrounds.  

• Collaborate with teachers, parents, related service providers, and support staff to provide a team-oriented approach.  

• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress, strengths, and needs.  

• Prepare trimester and annual progress reports.  

• Complete student IEPs, including present levels of performance, goals and classroom accommodations using Frontline IEP.  

• Conduct and complete evaluations in a timely manner.  

• Complete accurate log notes using Frontline IEP.   

• Collect and record data regarding student progress toward IEP goals.  

• Use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology as needed to address student needs.  

• Participate in Instructional Support Team (IST) meetings to provide pre-referral strategies and interventions to support students in general education settings.  

• Use a variety of interventions to support progress towards goals before considering more restrictive placements.  

• Implement data-driven interventions to address gaps in learning   

• Demonstrate a reflective mindset towards his/her instructional practice.