Coordinator Fine Arts

Job Overview
The Coordinator Fine Arts will manage instructional program areas and perform some supervisory and administrative duties within the Fine Arts Department. The incumbent will supervise assigned Fine Arts program areas to ensure the delivery of a rigorous and aligned curriculum. The incumbent will also collaborate with others to ensure the continuous improvement of the District's Fine Arts programs and ensure the smooth operation of the Fine Arts Department and campus Fine Arts programs.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instruction

• Supervise assigned Fine Arts program areas to ensure the delivery of a rigorous and aligned curriculum
• Provide EC-12 Fine Arts teachers with the knowledge and skills to deliver the written, taught and assessed curriculum effectively, thereby improving student achievement and program retention
• Plan, develop, execute and facilitate professional learning activities for Fine Arts teachers
• Perform administrative and supervisory work involved in designing, developing, coordinating, implementing, evaluating, and revising Fine Arts curriculum
• Advise teachers and other district personnel in the selection, use and purchase of instructional materials and equipment related to specific Fine Arts program areas

Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with others to ensure the continuous improvement of the District’s Fine Arts programs
• Provide recommendations for improvements to Fine Arts program areas as they relate to student needs
• Participate in state, local and district meetings and workshops pertaining to assigned responsibilities
• Remain current on educational trends and practices as they relate to education in general and more specifically to the Fine Arts

Program Management

• Ensure the smooth operation of the Fine Arts Department and campus Fine Arts programs
• Organize and implement specific events, displays, and competitions which are sponsored for district-wide
• involvement in specific Fine Arts program areas
• Oversee and coordinates all logistics related to summer programming for assigned Fine Arts program areas
• Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Fine Arts with program management and administrative tasks

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assist in the process of recruiting, screening, interviewing, and hiring of assigned staff
• Plan, assign and direct work for personnel
• Address complaints and resolve problems in a timely manner

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

• Master's degree
• Valid Teaching Certification Issued by Texas Education Agency appropriate to subject and grade level of assignment Texas certification in Art, Dance, Music, or Theatre
• Valid Texas Mid-Management or Principal Certification preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a classroom teacher of elementary music
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience at the campus or district level
• Ability to lead personnel in a positive manner
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and growing work environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to plan and implement programs, contests, productions, and exhibits
• Ability to interact effectively with the public, and District staff and management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook, with the capacity to quickly learn additional programs
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both orally and in writing

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.

The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.

Additional Information

• This position requires travel to various campuses, district meeting sites and conferences/meetings in and out of state. This position may require the employee to work some evenings and weekends.

Provides public K-12 education and student services in Texas.