ORCHESTRA

ORCHESTRA

Davenport Community Schools - 3.5 Davenport, IA Job Details 8 hours ago Qualifications Crisis intervention Crisis management

Teaching Full Job Description JobID:

12622

Position Type:

High School Teaching/Music -

Orchestra Date Posted:

5/13/2026

Location:

FILLMORE / HARRISON / NORTH

Date Available:

26-27

School Year Closing Date:

Open Until Filled Duties & Responsibilities:

(Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

ENDORSEMENT REQUIRED

: [144] AND [145] Elementary and High school orchestras. Concert Orchestra Teach individual and small group lessons within the school day Participate in school events, assemblies, graduation, and community outreach. Work in cooperation with other music colleagues and their groups Keep track of district owned instruments, rental agreements & repairs Keep track of budget allocation and expenditures Knowledge and skills using technology. Knowledge of district standards and benchmarks Must work cooperatively with students, staff, and parents to maintain a positive climate in the school. Work cooperatively with staff and administration pursuing building and district initiatives including CTT's and MTSS. Must be skilled at teaching in a team atmosphere and be a participant on a district CTT. Successful candidate must possess strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential. Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully. Other duties as assignment by administrator

Physical Requirements of Position:

(HBV ? Yes ? No) (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to - Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties. Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture. Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather. Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

Work Environment:

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Noise level is quiet to loud. Work may be indoors and/or outdoors. Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms. Substance-free environment. Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public. Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.

Special Qualification Desired:

(Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.) Ability to work cooperatively with musical staff Communicates and collaborates with parents. Ability to teach and work with a diverse student population Experience as a string player preferred Willingness to accept supervisory duties that are conducive to a positive building environment. Understanding of the need for confidentiality with respect to student and parental rights and for conversations and hard copy information. Experience with Project Lead the Way (PLTW) or willingness to be trained.