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Coordinator IV Instrumental Music
Reports to: Director of Visual & Performing Arts
PC#: 20773
Pay Grade: 305
# of Days: 239
Salary: $90,225 - $108,704
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Position Purpose

Under the direction of the Director of Visual & Performing Arts, the Coordinator of Instrumental Music is responsible for assisting in the planning, assessment, implementation, curriculum and the coordination of the district's Instrumental Music Programs and related initiatives Supports campuses, Teachers, Principals, and District Service Center staff in implementing a coherent PK-12 strategy to support all learners with a focus on Fine Arts. Ensures that the Curriculum and Instruction  practices are designed to close achievement and opportunity gaps throughout the District. . Ensures appropriate support is provided to campuses through department personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Curriculum and Campus Support

• Designs curriculum, assessments, and supporting instructional materials to ensure student mastery of learning objectives and measurable improvement of academic outcomes.
• Provides technical assistance, staff development, and curriculum support for all district fine arts programs and initiatives as determined by the director.
• Coordinates activities, supervises instruction, administers budget, and designs the curriculum of the music, theater arts, art, and non-athletic UIL programs
• Coordinates fine art programs K-12 and assists with other areas of fine arts, as assigned.
• Provides support to the Director of Visual & Performing Arts in the development and implementation of district level fine arts activities.
• Provides support for the design, support, and implementation of quality professional development programs in the fine arts.
• Disseminates current research on best practices in the fine arts.
• Assist and coordinate the logistical and financial aspects of contests and competitions.
• Assist the Director of Visual & Performing Arts in planning and providing professional development, workshops, clinics, and staff meetings to improve instruction.
• Assists in the coordination and evaluation of fine arts textbooks and related materials submitted for adoption.
• Works collaboratively with Curriculum and Instruction and School Leadership  to provide program support to schools and evaluate program offerings while supporting department expectations.
• Assists campus personnel on safety protocol and maintenance of Fine Arts equipment.
• Assist campus principals with recruitment and selection of personnel.
• Attends Fine Arts teacher meetings, relative performances and school board meetings, as assigned.
• In collaboration with the Director of Visual & Performing Arts, maintain a schedule of regular Fine Arts classroom visits K-12 for teachers new to the district and teachers needing instructional support.
• In collaboration with the Director of Visual & Performing Arts, serve as the district contact on all matters related to Fine Arts.
• Analyzes current program quality, implementation, and practices, keeping district staff well informed and making responsible recommendations for adjustments as needed.
• Coordinates departmental district services to campuses.
• Provides guidance, resources, and organizational structure to ensure success of the fine arts initiatives.
• Supports and monitors instrumental music instruction including band, orchestra, mariachi, jazz ensemble, percussion, and chamber music programs.
• Provides instructional coaching and program evaluation to campus instrumental music directors and administrators.
• Reviews enrollment, retention, performance outcomes, festival participation, and student achievement data to strengthen instrumental music programs.
• Innovative, problem-solving oriented thinker who supports and engages in continuous improvement initiatives to benefit FWISD
• Articulates the fine arts strategies and objectives to internal and external stakeholders to solicit its support in realizing the mission for internal and/or external audiences.
• Demonstrates awareness of school-community needs based on needs assessments and initiates activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
• Assists Director in coordination of the duties of Specialists.
• Serves as the point of contact in the absence of the Director and Executive Directors.

Project Management

• Assists in the development and management of budgets to support and maintain quality district fine arts programs.
• Maintains auditable files and data on fine arts programs and expenditures.
• Solicits and develops robust partnerships with the Fine Arts Community within Fort Worth and the surrounding metroplex.
• Coordinates district-wide instrumental music events, honor ensembles, assessment activities, festivals, auditions, and performance opportunities.
• Collaborates with booster organizations, community partners, and higher education institutions to support instrumental music programs.
• Assists with planning, budgeting, and implementation of district instrumental music initiatives.
• Creates and implements multiple opportunities for joint ventures between the city's fine arts organizations in the visual and performing arts including performances, gallery display internships, mentorships for and with FWISD students.
• Develops comprehensive project plans to be shared with the Director as well as other staff members.
• Manages multi-year, multi-phased projects.
• Plans, develops, and coordinates parent and community outreach activities and programs that support improved student learning and academic achievement.
• Collaborates with service providers, the District Service Center, and department partners to ensure coordinated, seamless programming for students and families at the identified schools.
• Schedules and forecasts planning for special events that publicize the organization and its programs to the community.
• Coordinates joint planning among identified schools, agencies, funders, service providers, and other partners jointly responsible for programs in related service delivery systems.
• Coordinates with cross-functional team members to make sure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.
• Assists with the successful analysis and submission of data.
• Assists with the development and implementation of the campus improvement plans.
• Communicates with supervisors on a regular basis concerning key issues and current projects.
• Assists with Special Projects and other program development functions.

Monitoring and Compliance

• Tracks project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short- and long-term goals.
• Meets budgetary objectives and makes adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis.
• Prepares status reports by gathering, analyzing and summarizing relevant information.
• Facilitates change requests to ensure that all parties are informed of the impacts on the schedule and budget.
• Conducts post-project evaluation and identifies successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Monitors progress toward program goals and gathers other significant data relevant to the success of initiatives or programs, when applicable.
• Meets regularly with the Division of Innovation leadership team and campus leadership staff to analyze and interpret data and to coordinate campus activities.
• Monitors the development and implementation of effective and efficient assessment systems, and data collection processes, that provide a record of baseline measures and tracks longitudinal trends.
• Monitors federal and state requirements and regulations pertaining to instructional programs, and professional development.

Professional Learning Community

• Facilitates and attends professional development and specified training to enhance skills, instructional strategies, and program management.
• Plans and facilitates professional learning opportunities for instrumental music educators aligned to district priorities, UIL standards, TMEA expectations, and best instructional practices.
• Provides regular updates of program activities and services to appropriate audiences.
• Collaborates with district departments to coordinate and implement programs that support the special needs of all student populations.
• Acquires professional knowledge and learns of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

Safety

• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Personal Work Relationships

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations.  All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education, as well as District policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of overall operations of music, art, theater, and fine arts extracurricular programs.
• Knowledge of grant funding compliance and accounting principles to understand and communicate how decisions affect the project bottom line.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of effective research-based strategies, theories, techniques, and methodologies.
• Skill in program planning, development, analysis and evaluation.
• Skill in judgment and decision making; considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Skill in working with initiatives that require collaboration with district and outside agencies and organizations.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Skill in written and oral communication skills including ability to interact with and influence all levels of district service center and campus staff as well as parents.
• Skill in written and oral communications including interacting effectively with all levels of district service center and campus staff, as well as public inquiries.
• Ability to design, organize, and track work plans, create appropriate working and decision- making processes, ensure stakeholders are engaged, and support the work itself.
• Ability to create solutions for the product and process by adapting to feedback and other constraints, such as limited data, community, voice, and phasing.
• Ability to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and District staff.
• Ability to work in a team environment, to capitalize on the strengths of team members, and to motivate/guide team members toward the accomplishment of a common goal/vision.
• Ability to use application software to access databases, email, create spreadsheets, and process professional documents.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and proactively resolve issues.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to exercise discretion regarding matters of a sensitive or confidential nature.
• Ability to prepare oral or written communications, such as presentations, reports, memoranda, letters, grant proposals, and other documents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used:  Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
• Posture:  Prolonged sitting; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion:  Frequent repetitive hand motions, including k...