Wakefield Public Schools

School District Position Description

Position Title:                                    Choral/Music Teacher, Galvin Middle School

Department:                                      Music Department

Reports To:                                        Director of VPA/School Principal

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QUALIFICATIONS:

Holds necessary state certification for job assignment; prior job experience is preferred.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

• Teaches district approved curriculum

• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.

• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.

• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.

• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.

• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.