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Confidential Music Choral Teacher in Akron, Ohio
The Akron Board of Education announces an anticipated opening for a Music/Choral Teacher: * *Music/Choral Teacher JobID: 4038
*Posting Opens June 6, 2024 Posting Closes Until Filled * The Akron Board of Education announces an anticipated opening for a Music/Choral Teacher, Job Code 006, TS 380 (190 days). Salary Range TBD. Collective Bargaining Unit -- AEA. This position is a State Teachers Retirement System position.
*Application must be made electronically through http://www.applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/. * Please upload a letter of interest, resume and a current copy of appropriate license in addition to completing the online application. The Superintendent reserves the right to either keep the position open until suitable applicants are found or to cancel and repost the position with such changes as may be deemed appropriate. If you have any questions about the position, please contact the Department of Human Capital, 330-761-2877.
QUALIFICATIONS - Required: Valid Ohio K-12 Music Licensure * *Desired: Experience in and commitment to working with urban high school and middle school students, and regional professionals in a multicultural setting to produce high-quality artistic experiences Effective choral music program development and ensemble conducting as evidenced by Principal/Supervisor Demonstrates performance competence in voice and piano Demonstrates evidence of advanced knowledge in music theory and choral music for grades 6-12 (including OMEA solo/ensemble, vocal jazz, gospel, and choral repertoire spanning the renaissance to the contemporary era) Strong belief in arts integration Three or more years of successful teaching experience as a full-time choral director as evidenced in evaluations by principal, supervisor, or OMEA adjudication assessments Demonstrates organizational skills Willingness to attend summer in-service program prior to opening of school
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Assumes responsibility for music instruction in an individual, small group and classroom situation
Creates an environment that is conducive to learning
Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
Develops reasonable rules of classroom behaviors and procedures
Maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Collaborates with the other music specialists and classroom teachers to develop interdisciplinary units
Serves as an music resource p