Rockport- Fulton ISD - Choir Director / Assistant Band

Job Details

Region: 2
School District/Employer: Rockport- Fulton ISD
District Category/Employer: ,
Position: Teacher,
Assignment Level: Level
  • Middle School
Core Subjects
  • Band
  • Choir
Job Title: Choir Director / Assistant Band
School: ROCKPORT-FULTON ISD
Campus Description:
Date Posted: 5/2/2024
Deadline: Until Filled
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Direct and manage the choir program at assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Qualifications: Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
*K-12 certification in All-Level music
*Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in music or music education
*Valid Texas teaching certificate
*Demonstrated competency in music and choir

Special Knowledge/Skills:
*Being moldable, willing to learn, energetic, and passionate about music education and its
impact on students, community and district
*Knowledge of the key professional elements of communication and organization
*Knowledge of music theory, conducting, harmony, and vocal production
*Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
*Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
*Ability to manage budget and personnel
*Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
*Ability to interpret data
*Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
*Self-Drive a must

Experience:
*Student teaching or approved internship experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies
*Provide instruction and leadership to choir students, conduct and lead the choir, provide
musical guidance, conduct auditions, and guide students with achieving correct tone,
pitch, rhythm, tempo, and harmony. Lead a vocal ensemble or solo performance.  Assist
with directing instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert
band, soloists, and ensembles.
*Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each
student’s eligibility to participate in choir.
*Provide for choir participation at extracurricular events including concerts and UIL.  Assist
band director to provide for band participation at extracurricular events.
*Coordinate suitable choir formations, rehearsals, competitions, routines, and
performances.
*Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum
program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that
reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
*Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and
equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students
assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas
Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
*Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for
special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education
Plans (IEP).
*Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and
methods according to district requirements.
*Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine
program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to
student needs.

Student Growth and Development

*Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal
testing.
*Be a positive role model for students and support mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

*Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social,
and emotional development of students.
*Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student
handbook.
*Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trip activities and arrange
transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
*Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, material,
and facilities.

Communication
*Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents,
students, colleagues, and community members.

Budget and Inventory
*Develop and administer budget based on documented program needs and ensure that
operations are cost effective, and funds are managed wisely as Choir Director.  Assist *Band Director with development and administration of the budget.
*Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.
*Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.
*Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all equipment.
*Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Professional Growth and Development

*Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
*Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
*Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board
policy in the choir area.

Personnel Management
*Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assistant choir
directors.

Other
*Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
*Supervisory Responsibilities:
*Monitor the performance of assistant choir director and accompanist.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
*Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional
equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED)
*Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping,
pushing/pulling, and twisting
*Motion: Frequent walking/marching
*Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds); may lift and move musical
instruments
*Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and
inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery
surfaces; frequent exposure to noise
*Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular
hours; frequent district and statewide travel
Salary Range: $51,501 - $67,100
Benefits:
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Contact Person:

Name: Kimberly Mikolajczyk
Email: kmikolajczyk@acisd.org
Address: P.O. Box 907
City: Rockport
State: TX
Zip: 78381
Phone: (361) 790-2212
Fax: (361) 790-2299