POSITION SUMMARY:
The Instructional Supervisor-Instrumental
Music has the overall responsibility to assist in the planning, developing,
implementing, coordinating, supervising, and evaluating of the K-12 instrumental
music program in the District. The
Instructional Supervisor assists the Coordinating Manager in developing an
operational framework for the unit, developing a budget based on an analysis of
needs, and implementing the process and procedures for evaluating programs and
personnel in unit. The Supervisor will assist in ensuring the programs are in
compliance with federal, state and local mandates. In addition, the Specialist
will maintain high standards for students, staff and parent satisfaction within
Prince George’s County Public Schools.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Provides vision and
direction for the K – 12 instrumental music instructional and enrichment program;
Supervises all
facets of the K – 12 Instrumental Music program in all schools by assisting
instrumental music teachers and administration with program planning,
development, material and equipment acquisition, inventory, curriculum,
scheduling, and budgeting.
Plans, prepares,
and conducts instrumental music teacher training including Professional
Educators’ Induction Program, Non-tenured teacher workshops, Fine Arts Summer
Institute, Prince George’s Artist Teacher Institute, and other workshops throughout
the year;
Performs formal
observation of all non-tenured instrumental music teachers and observe tenured
teachers as requested;
Coordinates the
review, approval, acquisition, and distribution of appropriate equipment,
materials, print and non-print resources to support all facets of Instrumental
Music program planning, development, and implementation;
Collaborates and
coordinates with Purchasing in updating the Instrumental Music Equipment bid
each year;
Plans and executes
all facets of Instrumental Music Enrichment and Performance Assessment Programs
including Solo and Ensemble (Elementary, Middle, and High), Middle and High
School Honor Bands and Honor Orchestras, Band Performance Assessments,
Orchestra Performance Assessment, PGCPS Elementary Music Day, Marching Band
Showcase, Jazz Band Showcase, and Summer Instrumental Music Experience for
elementary students; Coordinates all logistics of events including technical
adjudicators, equipment, facilities, materials, and personnel needs.
Provides support
and leadership to the Visual and Performing Arts Specialty Programs;
Provides ongoing
interaction and articulation within and across the Division of Academics, other
divisions and departments, and at the systemic level, emphasizing strategic
planning and problem solving related the state standards;
Supports Human
Resources by screening all instrumental music applicants, determining
elementary instrumental music itinerant staff pairings, and itinerate staffing
requirements based upon enrollment data and requirements of the instrumental
music program in each school;
Communicates,
collaborates and interfaces with MSDE,
State representatives, Maryland Music Educator’s Association leadership
and other local school system representatives;
Develops and monitors
system requirements for Instrumental Music; and
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Minimum of 5 years
of successful Instrumental Music teaching;
Extensive
experience in the area of budget development and fiscal management;
Demonstrated
administrative skills;
Knowledge, skill,
and understanding related to the instrumental music program in PGCPS;
Knowledge of
current trends in Instrumental Music including pedagogy, performance based
assessment, instructional materials facilities, instructional materials; A
commitment to professional growth in the field of instrumental music as
demonstrated by professional conference attendance and leadership at the county
or state level;
Demonstrated
competence in developing and leading staff development sessions for teachers,
principals and parents; knowledge of state standards, benchmarks and
alternative assessment, PreK-12;
Experience in event
planning as it relates to performance assessments, honor bands/orchestras,
showcases, and other enrichment programs;
Experience and
expertise in personnel and program evaluation;
Expertise in the
design, implementation, and evaluation of professional development programs and
initiatives;
Experience in
writing grant proposals and monitoring grant progress and budget
Excellent
communication (written and oral) and technology skills;
Excellent human
relations skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s
degree from accredited college or university in Music Education, Curriculum and
Instruction, and/or Administration/Supervision.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Holds or is
eligible an Advanced Professional Certificate required in Music K-12 and Administration
I required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in
overseeing and providing guidance to the unit staff.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.