Orchestra Teacher

FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Orchestra Teacher Position Description The Fayette County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.

WORK LOCATION

Assigned School

REPORTS TO

Principal and/or designated school-based administrators

SALARY:

Salary based on Fayette County Public School System Educator Salary Scale adjusted for days worked.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

WORK CALENDAR

190 Days

APPROVED

(Board):

REVISED:

November 2024; September 2022; February 2018

SUMMARY:

Provide high quality instruction and implement the curriculum for assigned students; establish, foster, facilitate and maintain a safe and secure classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance 2.Provide content related and appropriate instruction based on Fayette County's curriculum 3.Use research based instructional strategies to engage students in active, student centered learning 4.Maintain lesson plans and use relevant data to plan for instruction to meet the needs of all students 5.Assess, document and prepare reports such as achievement progress, grade and classroom performance, and attendance 6.Conduct rehearsals for large and small ensembles 7.Provide orchestral instruction on string technique for individual students, small groups and the entire ensemble 8.Plan, arrange and conduct special orchestral performances 9.Manage all funds in accordance with school system procedures 10.Arrange for transportation to/from orchestral performances 11.Provide a well-managed, safe and orderly environment that encourages respect for all 12.Assume responsibility for orchestral inventory, purchasing, care, maintenance and storage of all equipment 13.Participate in student related conferences in order to enhance student learning 14.Perform additional activities and duties intended for school and student enhancement 15.Attend professional learning sessions and/or required conferences 16.Promote a positive school environment that enhances student learning 17.Ability to be present at the physical worksite 18.Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations 19.Perform other duties as assigned and allowable by intended program

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university Hold or be eligible for school system's required certification in appropriate educational field Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills Ability to work well with students, parents, staff and the community

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequent 2024 bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling and repetitive fine motor activities. Prolonged periods of standing, walking and sitting. Vision, hearing and verbal communications are essential functions of this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Professional Standards Commission approved subject specific endorsements, as required Master's Degree from accredited college or university Experience as a classroom teacher

REQUIRED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The employee must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position. Employees are expected to attend all required meetings as approved by the supervisor. The employee will adhere to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission's Code of Ethics for Educators, all Fayette County Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, school system procedures, and all other applicable professional performance criteria. Maintenance of criminal history check is required for all employees. Orchestra Teacher