Job Description
Job Description
he Hope Academy believes the dignity of each person is paramount. We recognize that our school's future strength rests firmly on our commitment to recognize, respect and uphold the dignity of all our students, their families and our faculty and staff. To uphold this commitment, we expect all members of our school to practice a willingness to recognize, respond to and teach about racism and other forms of injustice.
SUMMARY OF MAIN DUTIES:
Creates an intentional culturally responsive learning environment inclusive of students from all racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, abilities, and family structures. Encourages a sense of belonging and positive classroom community for students while developing an appreciation for music. Motivates learning by validating students as asset-based individuals. All teachers are expected to be aware of microaggressions and redirect to amplify affirmations. Fully engages students in discussion and other modalities of participation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Teaches concepts and skills in music education to students in grades K-8 utilizing course study and curriculum adopted by The Hope Academy.
has a deep understanding and a strong interest in music.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials that consistently contain diverse content throughout the academic year
Demonstrates concepts and strategies using models, talk, performance, and other available resources including technology
Knowledge of developmental benchmarks (key understandings) in music education
Knowledge of authentic assessment practices using strategies to mitigate stereotype threat in feedback, assessment, and grading
Knowledge and practice of methods for formatively assessing music
Provides opportunities for individual and small group instruction that is purposeful and flexible to meet the needs of students
Identifies opportunities to provide for inclusive instruction
Plans and implements a variety of performances to showcase students' learning
Demonstrates culturally informed behavior management and discipline practices with the ability to neutralize the pattern of inequitable discipline of children of color
Uses positive guidance techniques such as redirection, modeling appropriate behavior and praise
Develops and maintains contact with families with an awareness and respect for each student and their families from all racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, abilities, and family structures
Facilitates interactions among students that provide opportunities for emotional, social, and cognitive growth and an understanding of each child
Collaborates with other educators and specialists in the planning, adaptation, and teaching of the curriculum for all students
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day
Actively seeks and participates in ongoing professional development as offered by the school or independent study
Assists in the evacuation of children and clients during fire drills and other emergencies
Performs all other duties as directed by direct supervisor or school leadership team
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work environment and physical requirements consistent with those of a typical school environment
Ability to move about the classroom and building continuously throughout the workday
Utilize the computer (20%) of the time and other office equipment
Welcome to ATX Learning
Meeting Street compassionately and innovatively empowers children and their families to thrive by fostering the development of the whole child. Established in 1946 as a small school for children with special needs, Meeting Street has evolved into an inclusive organization serving 5,000 children and young adults, prenatal to age 22, across Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Through our nationally recognized programs and services, we meet families where they are to foster an inclusive and supportive community.
Learn more at https://www.meetingstreet.org/
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree with valid elementary or middle school music certification from RIDE or the ability to obtain
Position is part time (20 hours per week)
he Hope Academy believes the dignity of each person is paramount. We recognize that our school's future strength rests firmly on our commitment to recognize, respect and uphold the dignity of all our students, their families and our faculty and staff. To uphold this commitment, we expect all members of our school to practice a willingness to recognize, respond to and teach about racism and other forms of injustice.
SUMMARY OF MAIN DUTIES:
Creates an intentional culturally responsive learning environment inclusive of students from all racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, abilities, and family structures. Encourages a sense of belonging and positive classroom community for students while developing an appreciation for music. Motivates learning by validating students as asset-based individuals. All teachers are expected to be aware of microaggressions and redirect to amplify affirmations. Fully engages students in discussion and other modalities of participation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Teaches concepts and skills in music education to students in grades K-8 utilizing course study and curriculum adopted by The Hope Academy.
has a deep understanding and a strong interest in music.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials that consistently contain diverse content throughout the academic year
Demonstrates concepts and strategies using models, talk, performance, and other available resources including technology
Knowledge of developmental benchmarks (key understandings) in music education
Knowledge of authentic assessment practices using strategies to mitigate stereotype threat in feedback, assessment, and grading
Knowledge and practice of methods for formatively assessing music
Provides opportunities for individual and small group instruction that is purposeful and flexible to meet the needs of students
Identifies opportunities to provide for inclusive instruction
Plans and implements a variety of performances to showcase students' learning
Demonstrates culturally informed behavior management and discipline practices with the ability to neutralize the pattern of inequitable discipline of children of color
Uses positive guidance techniques such as redirection, modeling appropriate behavior and praise
Develops and maintains contact with families with an awareness and respect for each student and their families from all racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, abilities, and family structures
Facilitates interactions among students that provide opportunities for emotional, social, and cognitive growth and an understanding of each child
Collaborates with other educators and specialists in the planning, adaptation, and teaching of the curriculum for all students
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day
Actively seeks and participates in ongoing professional development as offered by the school or independent study
Assists in the evacuation of children and clients during fire drills and other emergencies
Performs all other duties as directed by direct supervisor or school leadership team
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work environment and physical requirements consistent with those of a typical school environment
Ability to move about the classroom and building continuously throughout the workday
Utilize the computer (20%) of the time and other office equipment
Welcome to ATX Learning
Meeting Street compassionately and innovatively empowers children and their families to thrive by fostering the development of the whole child. Established in 1946 as a small school for children with special needs, Meeting Street has evolved into an inclusive organization serving 5,000 children and young adults, prenatal to age 22, across Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Through our nationally recognized programs and services, we meet families where they are to foster an inclusive and supportive community.
Learn more at https://www.meetingstreet.org/
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree with valid elementary or middle school music certification from RIDE or the ability to obtain
Position is part time (20 hours per week)
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