Instrumental teachers should always
- Arrive at the school punctually, at least ten minutes before the agreed start of teaching time.
- Be suitably dressed and adhere to the school's policy regarding appearance.
- Plan and prepare for each lesson in advance, using appropriate resources.
- Abide by the school's policies and procedures relating to discipline and behaviour.
- Switch off mobile phones during contact hours with children.
- Be prepared to be involved with school performances, including assemblies etc. as appropriate.
- Be sensitive to the range of cultures and religions within the school, and ensure equal opportunities to all children.
When accepting a position in a school, please note
- Name, address and telephone number of the school.
- The age range of pupils you will be teaching.
- The name of the contact person at the school (e.g. head teacher, music co-ordinator)
- The time you will start teaching ( arriving at least ten minutes before)
When you arrive at the school
- Report in and introduce yourself.
- Find out which groups of children you will teaching
- Ensure that the accommodation is appropriate and can be arranged for effective teaching
- Learn where the classrooms of your pupils are.
Discipline
- Do not tolerate bad behaviour.
- If a pupil demonstrates behaviour that is unacceptable to you, implement the school's discipline and behaviour policy.
- Inform the class teacher the same day, so that it can be 'nipped in the bud'.
Equipment
- Ensure that you check whether equipment in the school is available for you to use each week.
- Take all your teaching resources with you, being prepared for pupils to forget sheet music and/or instruments
- Do not photocopy published music. You are putting the school at risk of prosecution by the PRS.
Safety
- You are responsible for the safety of the pupils in your care.
- NEVER leave pupils unattended.
Finally
- Please remember that you are representing both yourself and Trafford Music Service
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