Music Educators Wanted: 10 Essential Qualifications for Success
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2023
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Getting Started
Chapter 1: Music Educators Must Like People
Creating an Inclusive Environment
Accommodations, Modifications, and Motivation
Universal Design for Learning
Chapter 2: Music Educators Must Be Professional
What Makes a Teacher a Professional Educator?
What to Expect as a Full-Time Educator
Professional Communication
Written Communication and Email Etiquette
Attire, Verbal Communication, and Public Speaking
Professional Conduct
Attendance and Punctuality
Ethical and Legal Considerations
Ethics in Music Education
Legal Issues in Music Education
Bullying, Harassment, and School Safety
Student Accommodations
Managing Finances
Professional Boundaries with Students
Copyright
Chapter 3: Music Educators Must Develop Goals
Setting Goals and Objectives
Chapter 4: Music Educators Must Develop Measures for Success
Categories of Assessment
Observation
Measurement
Evaluation
Purpose of Assessment
Assessment Tools
Assessment Template
Grading
Chapter 5: Music Educators Must Be Reflective, Lifelong Learners
Reflection
Becoming a Lifelong Learner
Teacher Evaluation
Chapter 6: Music Educators Must Know Music and Education
Curriculum
Scaffolding
Spiral Curriculum
Standards
Classroom Management
Chapter 7: Music Educators Must Be Organized
Lesson Plans
Lesson and Rehearsal Strategies
Before the Downbeat
Rehearsal Structure
During the Rehearsal
Chapter 8: Music Educators Must Be With the Times
Music Technology for ALL Students
Repertoire Selection
Chapter 9: Music Educators Must Practice Self-Care
Self-Care Plans
Self-Advocacy
Finding Passion in What We Do
Chapter 10: Music Educators Must Know Their WHY
Constructing a Philosophy for Music Education
Dedication to Service
Epilogue: Next Steps
Teaching Outside Your Comfort Area
I’ve Been Hired! Now What?
Finding a Mentor
Paying it Forward
Appendices
A: Music Education Lesson Plan Template
B: Music Education Weekly Lesson Plan Template
C: Weekly Reflection and Analysis of Lessons Template
Dr. Danni Gilbert is the Assistant Professor of Instrumental Music Education at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. In addition, Dr. Gilbert teaches online graduate music education courses for Kent State University. Prior to her appointment at UMN, Dr. Gilbert served as Associate Professor of Practice in Music Education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Assistant Professor of Music at Doane University in Crete, Nebraska, taught saxophone and clarinet at Iowa Western Community College, taught saxophone and music theory at the College of Saint Mary, and directed elementary and intermediate band for Blair Community Schools. Dr. Gilbert received her bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. She received her master’s degree in saxophone performance and her Ph.D. in music education, both from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Active in various forms of creativity and research, Dr. Gilbert’s work has been published in the: Journal of Research in Music Education; Music Educators Journal; Journal of Music, Technology and Education; College Music Symposium; Journal of Music Teacher Education; Research & Issues in Music Education; Early Childhood Education Journal; Teaching Music; Florida Music Director; Nebraska Music Educator; and Arts Education Policy Review. Dr. Gilbert's book, Music Educators Wanted! Ten Essential Qualifications for Success (Kendall Hunt), is intended for pre-service music educators and those aspiring to teach music. She has also presented research and practitioner sessions at professional conferences around the globe. Dr. Gilbert’s research interests include adapting music instruction for the 21st century, using technology to make education accessible and equitable for all students, increasing student motivation in school music programs, health and wellness in music education, and strengthening music teacher preparation. Dr. Gilbert frequently serves as a clinician, adjudicator, and guest conductor. In addition, she regularly performs as a saxophonist with the Omaha Symphony.