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The Hope Academy believes the dignity of each person is paramount. We recognize that our schools 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 yearDemonstrates concepts and strategies using models, talk, performance, and other available resources including technologyKnowledge of developmental benchmarks (key understandings) in music educationKnowledge of authentic assessment practices using strategies to mitigate stereotype threat in feedback, assessment, and gradingKnowledge and practice of methods for formatively assessing musicProvides opportunities for individual and small group instruction that is purposeful and flexible to meet the needs of studentsIdentifies opportunities to provide for inclusive instructionPlans and implements a variety of performances to showcase students learningDemonstrates culturally informed behavior management and discipline practices with the ability to neutralize the pattern of inequitable discipline of children of colorUses positive guidance techniques such as redirection, modeling appropriate behavior and praiseDevelops 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 structuresFacilitates interactions among students that provide opportunities for emotional, social, and cognitive growth and an understanding of each childCollaborates with other educators and specialists in the planning, adaptation, and teaching of the curriculum for all studentsSupervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school dayActively seeks and participates in ongoing professional development as offered by the school or independent studyAssists in the evacuation of children and clients during fire drills and other emergenciesPerforms all other duties as directed by direct supervisor or school leadership teamQUALIFICATIONS:

SKILLS

Acknowledge racism and privilegeTalk about racism with studentsWhen you see racism or other types of inequities, you address itAbility to work as a member of a team by actively listening to anothers point of view, sharing and being able to respectfully disagreeOrganizational skills including developing effective classroom schedule for teaching, learning, assessing, etc.Culturally influenced effective communication skillsProficient technological skills for remote learning and day-to-day tasks such as but not limited to Zoom, Google Classroom, MS Word, etc.PROFESSIONAL AND LEGAL STANDARDS

Models the schools values of respect, compassion, integrity, inclusivity and excellenc in all actions and communicationsAccesses all Hope Academy student records only, as neededUses and discloses PHI only as authorized, as necessary to carry out job dutiesCompletes and maintains privacy and security trainingReports suspected violations, including those of a colleagueMaintains professionalism in/outside of schoolWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requirements