24-25 Middle Instrumental Music Teacher - Milwaukee, United States - St. Augustine Preparatory Academy

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Job Description

Organization Description

There is no school like Aug Prep In just its seventh year of operations, Aug Prep has been voted a "Best Place to Work" by its employees FIVE times (in four of those years, there weren't any other schools on the list). What makes us so special?

• Authentic Christian faith integration that puts kids first in all that we do
• Exceptional academics-Since its inception, Aug Prep has exceeded or significantly exceeded expectations on ALL state report cards.
• High expectations for students and staff
• Outstanding resources and facilities, including 1:1 technology, a massive sports complex and two swimming pools
• A focus on the whole child - mind, body and soul - through the arts, athletics and more

Aug Prep currently enrolls over 1,800 students. Our first three graduating classes earned over $21 million in college scholarships Construction is complete on our second building which opened in August 2023 and we will add nearly 500 more new student seats and 50 additional job openings in the upcoming year.

Position Description

The Middle Instrumental Music School program at St. Augustine Preparatory Academy offers students a challenging and diverse academic program that continues to build on the foundations of Elementary School while adding additional depth of content, program offerings, and independence needed to continue the process of learning in preparation for High School.

Our flexible classroom model is based on the latest educational approaches to build collaboration, community, and personalization for the academic program. Within this structure, we use data to drive our instruction and Middle School students learn how to be independent learners which will support them in high school and beyond. Course offerings consist of English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts. Additional classes in art, music, STEM, physical education, and music are also available for students daily.

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy is seeking a candidate to fill a 6th-8th grade instrumental music teaching position. Wisconsin certification is desirable but not required. Experience with urban youth and the ability to utilize technology to engage and deepen learning for students are preferred. Coaching and other co-curricular assignments are available.

The instrumental music teacher will develop in each pupil an understanding of the fundamental principles of music; curate in each pupil an appreciation for music; discover and develop talents of pupils in music; strengthen confidence, poise, and skills in individual scholars, small group, and large group music settings, in accordance with each pupil's ability.

Reporting structure: The Middle School Instrumental Music Teacher reports to the Middle School Principal

A St. Augustine Preparatory Instrumental Music Teacher will:

• Hold the primary responsibility for the social, emotional, and academic development of their students while acknowledging their individual needs and development.
• Ensure that all students receive a high-quality educational experience resulting in high student achievement.
• Serve as the cultural and spiritual model for their students, always interacting respectfully and striving to demonstrate God's love to their students and families.
• Develop curriculum and instructional strategies to provide individualized and small group instruction by adapting the approved curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Use academic data to modify both whole and small-group instruction in order to best meet the needs of their students.
• Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keeping appropriate records in a timely fashion in order to prepare progress reports.
• Identify pupil needs and make appropriate referrals; develop strategies for individual education plans as needed.
• Integrate technology and student learning styles into instruction.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues, supervisors, students, parents/guardians, and community members.
• Maintain and improve professional skills by participating in building and department meetings/professional development (collaborative planning time teams, etc.), formal coursework, workshops, and seminars/in-services in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
• Maintain positive and productive relationships, focused on collective problem-solving processes, in order to create, support, and sustain an environment conducive to optimal learning.

Job Responsibilities and Roles:

• Teach knowledge and skills in music, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Directors, including general music class for elementary and instrumental music for middle school students.
• Develop and drive, in partnership with the elementary and high school music teachers, the pathway for music education and growth from kindergarten through 12th grade.
• Work cooperatively with other teachers in planning a balanced arts education program.
• Analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of general music, music composition, and instrument playing..
• Incorporate elements of world music and multi-cultural music experiences into the classroom such that students understand and appreciate the role of music in history and culture.
• Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil, to the extent feasible.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment in the music education areas.
• Evaluate each pupil's growth in music skills, knowledge, and appreciation for music.
• Select and requisition uniforms, equipment, and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Maintain control of storage and use of the school-owned property.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
• Plan music for weekly chapel services in accompaniment with staff chapel team
• Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with school guidelines.
• Communicate with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping pupils solve attitude and learning problems.
• Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Perform other duties, from time to time be assigned by the supervisor.

. ​Required Qualifications:

• A belief in the ability of every child and a commitment to ensure excellence for each student.
• Bachelor's Degree (Master's degree in Education a plus).
• Participating member of a local Church.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Skilled in strategic planning, project management, and organization development; able to balance a focus on big-picture priorities while not losing sight of the annual goals and objectives.
• Team player committed to the St. Augustine Preparatory mission and model.
• Lastly and most important, the candidate must demonstrate and possess the highest integrity. and be able to live the values, beliefs, and culture of St. Augustine Prep.

Non-Discriminatory Policy St. Augustine Preparatory Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, national and ethnic origin or any other basis prohibited by law when hiring, promoting, establishing wages, or providing benefits.

As a faith-based institution based on biblical principles, St. Augustine Preparatory Academy hires employees who agree with the school's Mission Statement and Statement of Beliefs and adhere to biblical standards of conduct.

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