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TIPS for Success!Secrets Revealed From Our Very Best!www.MusicAchievementCouncil.org

Marcia Neel2013 KMEAIn-Service Workshop

Produced by the Music Achievement Council1Consider the Education/Training Needed for These CareersAccountantSales ExecutiveCareer PlannerMagicianQuality Assurance ExecutivePsychologistPublic Relations ExecutiveTravel AgentAuthorArchitectFinancial PlannerPoliticianThis is YOUR Job! How is it going?Produced by the Music Achievement Council2www.MusicAchievementCouncil.org1. Focusing on the Classroom

Produced by the Music Achievement Council3Focusing on the Classroom What does a Music Teacher Do?Teach (Standards-based)CommunicatePrepare Lesson PlansDevelop CurriculumAssess Student ProgressShare Love of Music

Produced by the Music Achievement Council4Focusing on the ClassroomA Checklist for TeachersBe genuineBe enthusiasticBe fair to ALL studentsBe professionalCommunicate clearly and oftenHow can we help students reach their FULL potential?Produced by the Music Achievement Council5Focusing on the ClassroomRecruitment and RetentionTo RECRUIT, take action through positive experiencesPublicize the nature and benefits of participation in musicAddress costs and time involved clearlyCompete with other student options

Students JOIN music programs and stick with it IF the. . .Director is enthusiastic and makes learning funParents, community and school board support the programProgram is visible SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOPromoting the VALUE of Music Education

Produced by the Music Achievement Council6Focusing on the ClassroomRecruitment and RetentionYour task is to. . . Foster student interestInform parentsDevelop a continuing program for nurturingthe support of the school, the administration, and the community

Get Em and Keep Em

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PGRR

Produced by the Music Achievement Council8Focusing on the Classroom Recruiting and Retaining StudentsReduces beginner drop-out rateProvides short-term incentive goalsEncourages communication with parentsStrengthens administrative supportFirst Performance

Produced by the Music Achievement Council9Focusing on the Classroom Recruiting and Retaining Students

Produced by the Music Achievement Council10Focusing on the ClassroomRecruitment and RetentionYour Most Valuable Resources are. . . 1. Make aesthetic pleasure the top priority 2. Foster pride and group recognition3. Give credit to individual accomplishments4. Make sure all instruments are in excellent playing condition5. Make instrument care an important part of your program (pianos too!)

Remember:YOUR STUDENTSProduced by the Music Achievement Council11www.MusicAchievementCouncil.org2. The Business Side of Teaching

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Produced by the Music Achievement Council13The Business Side of TeachingWorking with Administrators

Include the principal and other faculty members as special guest soloists or narrators on concertsHelp your principal prepare congratulatory letters to your studentsKeep faculty informed of activities/concerts andTHANK THEM for their cooperation and assistanceHave students send personal invitations to administration, faculty, and school boardSign up to chaperone a dance, cover a class, attend a game and serve on committeesThink BIG PICTUREProduced by the Music Achievement Council14The Business Side of Teaching Choosing a Music Dealer

You Should Expect. . .

Honesty and fairnessAn understanding, professional dealer repRegular service callsA complete, in-house repair shopCompetitive pricesLease programs for new instrument purchasesSpecially priced folders, calendars, nametags, etc.Comprehensive student-recruiting support for your programProduced by the Music Achievement Council15The Business Side of Teaching Choosing a Music Dealer

The Dealer Should

Be an authorized selling agent for a variety of brands, method books, and materials

Provide loaner instruments for repair needs

Provide advocacy materials and educational research reports

Be a partner in helping to develop your programProduced by the Music Achievement Council16The Business Side of Teaching Instrument Replacement Plan

Four (4) Steps to Preparing a Proposal for Your Supervisor1. Evaluate the instruments. Create an Inventory Record Guide

Produced by the Music Achievement Council17The Business Side of Teaching Instrument Replacement Plan

Four (4) Steps to Preparing a Proposal for Your Supervisor2. Prioritize a list that should be replaced within 5 years. Estimate probable growth of program. Write up a complete 5-YEAR PLAN that begins with a clear explanation. Provide the plan to your supervising administrator. KEEP YOUR RATIONALE STUDENT-CENTERED.

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Sample Forms to Use to Develop Your Plan. . .Produced by the Music Achievement Council19Maintain a Depreciation Chart.

The Business Side of Teaching Instrument Replacement Plan

Produced by the Music Achievement Council20www.MusicAchievementCouncil.org3. Telling The Story

Produced by the Music Achievement Council21Telling the Story Great Ways to Get Out Your Message ALWAYS promote the benefits of an education in music. Have students tell their stories. Music Makes the Difference Because. . . Have students write letters inviting decision-makers to concerts to speak, perform, or even conduct. Stage a Music Open House for your community. Engage senior population! Profile Student Artists -- Student Artist of the Week. Engage your school faculty -- involve them in the learning process. Provide Beginner of the Month Awards; make it a BIG DEAL!!!Produced by the Music Achievement Council22Telling the Story: DATA! DATA! DATA! Communicating

ContentDATA! DATA! DATA!General InformationWrite Professionally/Check Spelling and Grammar

ProcessMaintain an Annual Report File

FormatEnsure Organization/Use CategoriesInclude Spreadsheets for Reporting Data

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Produced by the Music Achievement Council24Supporting Music Education Help Others SucceedRecruit new, quality music educators to your school district

Offer to help with the interviewing process

Offer to Develop a Mentoring Program or Serve as a mentor

Give back to the profession

Produced by the Music Achievement Council25Supporting Music Education Help Others SucceedYour Local University Music Program

Offer to have MusicEd students observe your classes

Allow MusicEd students to get their feet wet

Attend university concerts and encourage your students to attend

Take student teachers and guide them appropriatelyProduced by the Music Achievement Council2624 Tips for Success Traits of the Successful TeacherYour Personal ChecklistMaintains high standards for self and othersOrganizes class time with a variety of activitiesDoesnt bore students by talking too much Maintains interest for all studentsRecruits all yearCommunicates clear goals

Produced by the Music Achievement Council2724 Tips for Success Traits of the Successful TeacherYour Personal ChecklistMaintains positive relationships with fellow teachersCommunicates often with parentsPerforms in school and community OFTENMaintains a professional look and attitude in all performing ensemblesDevelops connections among school, parents and communityAdvocates for music education

Produced by the Music Achievement Council28Whats Available to Helpwww.MusicAchievementCouncil.org

Produced by the Music Achievement Council29Whats Available to Helpwww.MusicAchievementCouncil.org

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Produced by the Music Achievement Council31Whats Available to Helpwww.MusicAchievementCouncil.org

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