TEACHERS PAGE

Teacher Information

 

Welcome to New Teachers and Welcome Teachers

Please email your FULL NAME, ADDRESS, TELEPHONE to jcianciull@gmail.com. Please Call in or text the following:

1. Social Security Number
2. Bank Account Number and Routing Number(Please be send this as soon as possible to avoid delays in payroll).

FALL AVAILABILITY FORM: CLICK HERE- Please note that this information must be kept updated. If you are assigned to a class and need to change it,you must contact Cathy Cianciulli and if a student is assigned,you must give us 30 days written notice so we can find a replacement.

ANNUAL CONTRACTS below must be signed before the season paychecks.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS for teachers:

AUGUST MEETING- TUESDAY BEFORE LABOR DAY 7:30pm and the last week in FEBRUARY-SUNDAY 6:30pm. WORCESTER-REQUIRED of all teachers

CONTRACT: This will be sent to you by SEPTEMBER-Please fill it out and send back.

• NEW TEACHERS: Set up a time with Cathy C to go over basic procedures.
• TEACHERS: Within one month of your employment you need to send in a child abuse check and criminal back ground check. You should go to your nearest police administration building for this. You can send in a copy to us.
• TEACHERS PAGE: Log into the teacher page on the website: review procedures below.
• FILL OUT FALL AND SUMMER AVAILABILITY form below and keep it updated.
• MEETINGS. Please place our meetings on your schedule. It will be emailed before August 5 and it is usually held the Sunday before we open the school year.
• SUB FORM: Always fill out the SUB form when getting a sub or if you are a sub. A reminder that if you agree to sub and there is a change, it is now your responsibility to get a sub.
• EMERGENCY CONTACTS: Always have Emergency contact(Cathy Cianciulli-215 262 4060) with you when teaching.
• KEYS: You must have keys to every facility you teach at. Do not rely on the office to be there or another teacher to be there. You may not share the passcode For Worcester with anyone. Cathy C is the only one authorized to give this out. Request KEYS HERE: CLICK HERE
• ATTENDANCE: MUST BE TAKEN AT EVERY CLASS through JACKRABBIT. Please update if you miss doing this during your class before the next class day.
• HOLIDAY MUSIC RECITAL: YOU will be asked to enter your songs chosen by NOVEMBER 1 for each student you take. Please choose recital music in SEPTEMBER and JANUARY so you are prepared for this.
• DANCE RECITAL: We will have a song sheet by November so you can sign up and not duplicate songs for JUNE dance Recitals. Please be sure that you do not duplicate. START DANCES the WEEK BEFORE DECEMBER and get students excited about the recital starting NOVEMBER 1.
• REPRESENTATIVE OF YOUR CLASS: You are the source to deliver and excite your parents and students. You must take responsibility for your parents knowing all of the upcoming information about recitals and events. BE sure you email Cathy C with any questions, again I will be your source for questions, not the office. They are responsible for registration and store purchases.
• BIO and PICTURE: Please send your BIO and a PICTURE to jcianciull@gmail.com
• If you are a first year MUSIC TEACHER-Be sure to fill out the availability form sent to you.
  
• COSTUME CHOOSING: You will receive an email when this page is prepared. We normally send it in NOVEMBER:CLICK HERE
• TICKETS: If the students is practicing, then you can give them a ticket and redeem it in our store for a lollipop or something else if they decide to save their tickets. If the office is not open, then ask the office to put lollipops or items in the teacher cabinet. PLEASE DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN ONE TICKET A SESSION.
• MUSIC: Practice for points- There is a MUSIC POINT SHEET that is given out to the students. A chart in each school. Write their name on the chart. 1 point is if they come to class. 2 points is if they practice and 3 points is if they have accomplished. At the recital we will give them certificates based on their achievement points.
• RECITALS: Be sure they are prepared for the upcoming recital. Be sure you have a calendar to see when all is. REcital paperwork is always posted online. www.comad.net drop down top then RECITALS.
• SUMMER MUSIC MAKEUPS: During the year we offer a one hour make up once every 2-3 months. It is through zoom. In the Summer, teachers will offer makeups in June/July and August to their students. Always check in by emailing jcianciull@gmail.com if you change the lesson or plan a makeup to be sure studio space is permitted.
• ADVANCED PROGRAM: CONFLICT FORM that students fill out so you can check for to be sure you are choreographed properly for shows: CLICK HERE
• HOLIDAY MUSIC AND THEATRE RECITAL: This will be posted on your Jackrabbit Portal and emailed to you.
• SUMMER AND FALL AVAILABILITY: All Teachers must go to Google drive and fill out the FALL AVAILABILITY and SUMMER AVAILABILITY form. Here you will see all the updated emails and teachers. Please keep this information current to allow our office to be accurate with scheduling. You should only get your subs from here.
• WE WILL BE ADDING LINKS BELOW for SHARING: You will just click on and you will have access to the page:
  1. Please update your availability in your portal if anything changes.
  2. SUB LIST: CLICK HERE
  3. RECOMMENDATION FORMS: CLICK HERE
  4. DANCE ATTIRE for Teachers: FIRST TSHIRT from us is free and if you need additional ones you can order them at www.cathyscapezio.net. CLICK HERE to order your shirt.
• MUSIC RECITAL:

• Do not duplicate songs for the recitals

1. TO BE UPDATED

• DANCE RECITAL SONGS 2020:
  1. TO BE UPDATED
• Musical Theatre Productions-
  1. Directors:
     1. Musical Director: You are assigned hours, you may not submit more hours than assigned.Musical Directors usually do not work shows but may be asked to work a rehearsal. Rehearsals are a stipend and not hourly, so be sure to fill out the form below.Only Cathy C can assign your hours.
     2. Dance Director: You are assigned hours, you may not submit more hours than assigned.Musical Directors usually do not work shows but may be asked to work a rehearsal. Rehearsals are a stipend and not hourly, so be sure to fill out the form below. Only Cathy C can assign your hours.
     3. Director: You are responsible to be at all shows and all assigned hours unless approved by Cathy C. You are usually not paid for performance and you may not assign hours to Music or Dance Directors. Place your Shows and also your dress rehearsal on the form below and a stipend will be granted.
     4. Working a show and receiving a stipend: To receive a stipend for a show, you must be backstage working and remain for clean up.
     5. Sound and Lighting: A stipend for sound and lighting for a show but not for both, suggest you put Sound and Lighting only on your Form below.
     6. Cast Party: 1 or 2 people are assigned to a cast party. You will receive a stipend for this. Directors are responsible to be there. Please check with the Cathy C on the assignment of a second person.
     7. When the form is complete it will be sent for approval and then to accounting to be on your next paycheck. Please note that if you add hours to your pay form that do not match your teaching hours, you will be responsible for the deduction.
     8. If you are paid for a show, you must be backstage working, you may not be in the audience and you must remain after to be sure the kids clean up.
     9. PRODUCTION STIPEND: CLICK HERE
        

ADVANCED PROGRAM

for AUDITIONS We are very fortunate to have such a wonderful staff of dedicated teachers.  Thank you for all of your hardwork and dedication to the school.

1. ADVANCED PROGRAM:  TO BE UPDATED

Please be sure to read the polices outlined on this page

Click below and see below to assist you with policies and paperwork.

Syllabus for classes:

• Voice Class Syllabus: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lFM2lST9mUs46FcF9443tA27jFxOqlRnu6fKnN19Q_s/edit?usp=sharing

Broadway Classes/Musical Theatre Triple Threat

Please request our syllabus as a guideline

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

 

POLICIES to REVIEW

If you have a private student missing 2 X you may not place any further lessons on your time sheet until you have checked in with Office Manager or Cathy C to call them to see if they are continuing. If there are three absences call Cathy C and do not attend their lesson until confirmed by Cathy C that they will be attendin

• Teachers may not share personal facebook, telephone, emails or any other social media with the students. Their relationship must be professional.
• Rehearsal and Recitals are require for all teachers to be in attendance and submit their music/costumes 1-2 months prior to the recitals.
• Teachers are required to be backstage with their students assisting and encouraging them throughout the recital and rehearsals.
•  Teachers may not be in the audience at this time if they have a student performing
  Please note that if you remove a stereo from a room, you must place it back in the room and report a problem.We now use all BLUETOOTH speakers but we suggest teachers have their own small bluetooth speaker as a backup.
•  Do's and Don't for kids for ONLINE CLASSES- CLICK HERE. Be sure that you address any problems. Please be dressed and look professional if you are teaching an online class.
• First week of classes:  BE SURE TO ALWAYS CHECK START DATES. REPORT ANY CRISS CROSS IN SCHEDULING. 0 in a class:  Please check regularly for openings. 1 in a class-  These classes will be held unless notified.
•  A reminder that September and October there is heavy registration.  We register steadily through January.  
• GROUP DANCE or GROUP MUSIC: After the first month of classes check in with Cathy C to confirm.  1 in a class:  30 minutes, 2-4 in a class:  45 minutes, 5 in a class- the stated class time applies. IT IS IMPORTANT TO CHECK WITH US IF YOU HAVE UNDER 4 IN A CLASS IN OCTOBER.
• WITHDRAWALS: If someone tells you they are going to withdrawal, it is important that you tell them to go to the office and fill the withdrawal form out
• . You also must send an email to the officemgre@comad.net so we are informed properly. 
  PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK THIS THE DAY BEFORE YOU TEACH.
•  Be sure to check the START DATES. Always check your portal for start dates and new students and DO NOT ADMIT anyone to your class if they are NOT on your attendance. Send to the office and if no one is in the office. Take their name email telephone, admit them and then contact officemgre@comad.net that evening.  Please be prompt in your response.
• You will be able to see your schedules up to date. Please check regularly for updates especially the day before the school year opens an throughout September and October and January
• You will be sent a password and a username if you have not received it by your first week then please email info@PaPerformingArts.com
• NOTE when you click below: Choose any LOCATION and click on LAUNCH CLOCK to enter your username and password.
• If you are not sure about something feel free to contact us. 
  
• SUBS for CLASSES:  Please note that you are responsible to: get keys to your sub and fill out the SUB FORM provide them with a lesson plan and music books or music for music lessonsPlease do not get a sub 2 weeks before recitals. This is not professional and not supportive of such an important event in your students lives.Update subs and remind them to check your box.  You may not have a sub if a new student is starting.  Call to organize this. If there is a problem when you are away because a sub was mis informed, you will have to give the students a unpaid makeupA
• Click HERE to fill out a Sub form when you get a SUB.
• SUBLISTCLICK HERE
• WITHDRAWALS:  Anyone who states they need to withdrawal: Tell them to go to the website under CURRENT STUDENTS- top menu and the parent only can fill out a withdrawal form.  Their account will continue to be charged and teachers continue to come until they withdrawal.  Explain that the withdraw policy is here and also in their portal.
• PRODUCTIONS and PRODUCTION HOURS:  All production hours are organized by Cathy C.  Sometimes hours paid differently based on the number of students in it.
• Teacher Policy for their own Children:
  • Students are free if they are taking fall classes with a parent teacher.
  • Teachers kids:  1st class is free for each student(excluding Private or classes that have 5 or less paying students.(monthly charge discount) per student credit to their account if taking multiple classes per month.
  • Teacher may request additional assistance but offering their services in return.
  
  

CONTRACT and PAYCHECKS

• CONTRACT: CONTRACT is updated in March. Please note that every teacher must go to their local Township building and fill out a criminal background check and child abuse check within one month of working and must submit immediately.

  
  

• If you do not get your paycheck by Monday please email info@PaPerformingArts.com
• Recommendations are given to students during VIP week and must be filled out for each student 2 weeks prior to that week office can review to approve for spelling mistakes/grammar/positive reinforcement.Recommendations for Fall DANCE
• Recommendations for Fall THEATRE
• Recommendations for Fall MUSIC   
• Recommendation Rules: CLICK HERE

IMPORTANT INFORMATION       

Injury Report forms: CLICK HERE

ATTENDANCE MISSING STUDENTS FROM EVENTS-(Report through an email to the office: info@PaPerformingArts.com

Please note that passwords are updated on this site at different times of the yearNEW TEACHER REVIEW SHEET(Copy) Office will review- Click Here

TEACHER INFORMATION BELOW:  Please read Carefully

• Teachers should obtain a sub list at each meeting. You can contact the office manager for an updated list. Students with classes may not have this list, they should contact the office manager for a student sub list.

• Teachers may not get a sub 2 weeks prior to rehearsal or recitals

• NEW both the sub and the person who subs must fill out this form.

• Fill out the Sub form if you have a sub
  

• The sub must have a key to get in and leave. This is the teachers responsibility.

• The sub must be informed on what needs to be locked.'

• The sub must have music and notes in your box on what you would like them to do. Especially clear instructions if it is in April or May or anytime prior to recitals or performances.
  

• The sub must be an approved sub by the director and listed on the list.

• Music: Voice subs must be approved Voice teachers. Dance: Advanced program subs must be approved by the director.

  NO SUB AVAILABLE: You will email Cathy C at officemgre@comad.net and let her know who you tried to contact. If your classes are cancelled you will need to make them up. DANCE: Give Cathy C the dates you will make up the classes and she will email the class cancellation and let them know the make up datesShe will also update Cathy C.

  MUSIC: Speak to each student at the next class to schedule the makeup with the student. You will need to be sure there is a classroom available at the day of your makeup, so send an email to Cathy C to see if the rooms are available.

  If classes need to be cancelled Cathy C will email the parents letting them know that you will be updating them at the next Music Lesson
  
  
  

Sickness/Emergency

• The office is closed before 4:00pm therefore if you are not feeling well, you will need to contact a sub the night before.

• If you are sick the day of your classes: FIRST contact everyone on the sub list by texting and emailing. If you have to contact the office you will have to wait until the office opens. No one is available during that day to assist you. Be prepared to contact your students to assist the office manager and give them an alternate day for class.
  

• ORDER Of CALLS: OFFICE when after 4:00pm. Cathy Cianciulli(215 262 4060)
  
  

RECITAL

• Less than 2 songs in the recital-you may have a student teacher be there for them for a rehearsal/informal.
  

• Two weeks before the rehearsal-a student teacher must attend your class (You will not be compensated for these classes).

• You must give them notes and be sure they know the dance and the line up.

• You must be there for the recitals your students are in. Teachers are not compensated for a Recital s.
  
  
  

IMPORTANT 

• Please send an email to Cathy Cianciulli. We must know EVERYTHING that is going on at the school. Do not plan CLASS PARTIES, unless approved.
  

• CELL PHONES You may not take calls in the classroom for any reason. y

• FOOD IN CLASS You may not eat in the classroom or office area. We take pride in how professional our teachers are and this is not professional.

• I appreciate the efforts you make during recital time in organizing to fill spots. If you communicate with me any problems or solutions to problems, everything will run smoothly.

• CLASS SCHEDULES TEACHER MAY NOT CHANGE THEIR SCHEDULE. Email Cathy C of any change officemgre@comad.net. Please do not communicate verbally anything important if you see Cathy C at the school. Focus is on class when I at the school. You must email or call. 
  

• NO VERBAL COMMUNICATION POLICY Do not give verbal instructions. Everything must be in writing.

• Exception: You must remind students/parents of an upcoming rehearsal/recital. Avoid quoting times. Normally all information is on the bulletin board or on the website. Be sure you check on this before you instruct them.  
  

• REQUIRED ATTIRE FOR DANCE:   Leotard tights and if you would like to wear a shirt it must be a COMAD STAFF shirt.  One is provided for you.  Please request.

• REQUIRED FOR THEATRE:  COMAD STAFF Shirt, one is provided for you.

• Teachers need to represent the school. Sweats/sneakers are not appropriate except for hip hop, but if you are teaching a ballet class, do not teach in this attire.. No Piercings/tattoos.

• Remember these parents and students respect you. Don’t disappoint them. Whenever you are in the presence of a student, you need to uphold respect by the way you speak and dress.

• LANGUAGE for MUSIC Monitor words, have me listen if you think it may not be appropriate. If you need guidance ask me.

• SMOKING is not permitted on the premises or around the outside.
  

• Do not use bleeped out words! If we can figure out what they are saying, you just bring attention to that part and the kids will talk about it!

• WE ARE ARTISTS, DO NOT SUPPORT INAPPROPRIATE MUSIC, WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

• I don’t expect any teacher to use so much as "Hell" in the classroom! Please be professional.

ATTENDANCE

• You must take role in EVERY class and it must be in the attendance book!  You may not write on the attendance sheet.  Registered slips and Makeup slips must be attached if someone is in your class not on the sheet.
  

• YOU MAY NOT ADMIT ANYONE TO CLASS IF THEY ARE NOT ON YOUR ATTENDANCE SHEET. YOU MUST SEND THEM TO THE OFFICE TO GET REGISTERED. THEY MUST HAVE A "REGISTERED SLIP " or a "MAKEUP SLIP" WITH A SIGNATURE FROM THE OFFICE. Place it in the tuition box and place the name and telephone number of the student on the attendance sheet. 
  

• NO EXCEPTIONS-OFFICE MUST FOLLOW THE SAME PROCEDURE. If there is no one in the office, this must be reported to the office if you take the student.  EMAIL: officemgre@ comad.net and place in the subject line:  MAKEUP  or NEW STUDENT. 
  
  
  

MAKE-UP for Group classes parents sign up for, Repertory class
private music makeups.

• Students will call in for makeups and teachers attach a makeup slip to the attendance sheet.. If you do not see their name ask the student to go to the office for a MAKE UP slip.

• MUSIC PRIVATE LESSON CLASSES:

  • REPERTORY is the makeup for Private Music Lessons
    We do not offer make up classes.  If a private lesson is missed they can sign up for an upcoming repertory class.  They can find this in the Customer portal or online on the drop down list for music:  Repertory class.

  • A repertory class: Teacher instructs a section of sight singing or rhythms to the class and discusses something withing music theory:  Scales, intervals or Rhythms.  Students then sing or play a song on their instrument and the teacher critiques and invites the students into the conversation.  

  • There is a repertory class syllabus below if you are asked to teach one.

  • Students may take one repertory class to alot 2 private absences.

  • REPERTORY CLASS SYLLABUS: CLICK HERE
    
    
    

ABSENCES　

• Anyone absent more than twice-You must place a note in the office managers box and follow up with them on thei status of the student. If a student is continually late, please call the office manager and let them know. 
  
  
  

REWARDS: PRACTICE FOR TICKETS

• Students can earn a ticket if they do well in their lesson. Please ONLY 1 ticket per lesson or for an extra special lesson or a sticker or stamp.

• BE sure your students understand and participate.
  

MUSIC POINT SYSTEM for private students:

• Ask the office for a POINT SYSTEM FORM for each of your students. You give the student up to 3 points per class. 1 point if they attend class. 2 points if they practice and 3 points if they do over and above what you ask. This acts as a system to let parents know how they did as well.

• keep your own log.

• Explain the system to the parents. Ask for a sheet from the office.
  

CALENDARS

• Always have a copy of the calendar. It is also online under CALENDAR on the drop down lists. We do one in September and another in January with updates and full year info.
  
  
  

MUSIC AND THEATRE:  

Holiday and end of the year dance recitals- completed 2-4 weeks before recital and be sure your songs are sent in.  Vocalists must have accompanists assigned 1 month prior to performance. 

DANCE/Theatre RECITALS

• Dance team songs should be completed by January 31
• . Competitions may be early.COSTUME: Be sure you are choosing an appropriate costume. May not be revealing or uncomfortable for the student or parent.DANCE:  Costume choosing is in November.
•  Be sure it is completed by Thanksgiving.
• MUSIC/THEATRE:  No jeans, sneakers, flip flops for RECITALS.  Sundays best for Music.Theatre:  Be careful what you approve, it cannot look too relaxed.DANCE:  Girls who are bigger busted– girls who are heavier-costumes that reveal too much-no stomachs unless I approve it-careful of fringe skirts-they were a problem last year-check the length for the size. It is best to order Large child for all for the length.
• DANCE:  Baby classes should have something with a tutu-tap shoes-begin on stage. 
  Practice with students walking on and off stage(BOWS for Music), especially babies and their line up.DANCE:  
•  Combination classes-1 song– no longer than 2.5 minutes DANCE:  Ballet/Jazz-2 songs– no longer than 3.5 minutes combined
• DANCE:  Specialty-tap-hip hop- pointe -modern-1 Song
• MUSIC and DRAMA:  only one performance 3 minutes or less.  They will not be permitted to do more than one unless approved.
• MUSIC COMPETITION: Classical songs only no Musical Theatre and piano students must play with both hands. Beginners suggested for the experience.

 

Procedure is:

• You are emailed competition info and it is on the calendar.
• You remind the student of whatever is on the calendar.
• You ask them if they signed up and tell them they will use recorded music and you will send it to me or you tell them they need an accompanist and you email me that they need an accompanist.  You always remind them that there is a fee for an accompanist.  
  
• They must practice once with them and then the show or shows.
  

CHOOSING RECITAL SONGS

• There will be an online form above where you can submit your recital choices. An email will go out with a deadline and specific information.
• be sure accessories are writtne on a different line. After Thanksgiving do not change anything unless you check in. They may have already been entered.
• Before you write it down, you must check the entire book to make sure there is no other song in that recital. 
  
  

SURVEYS 

• Surveys are given out at the end of the year. Students may not fill them out unless the parent chooses to fill it out with them. They may not fill it out during class or at school.
• Positives for the year-To be discussed
• Negatives-To be Discussed 
  

RECOMMENDATION FORMS:

• IMPORTANT Recommendation forms will be given out in FEBRUARY. The forms will be placed in teachers boxes. A folder/envelope will be in your box. FORMS MUST BE FILLED OUT by FEBRUARY 29and placed in the office managers box. Do a folder for each school that you teach at. Teachers may evaluate students during class, but they must be complete for all performing and non performing classes . 7-9 year olds suggest Pre team which includes a technique class and team class.You may not suggest a class that is not age appropriate. 
  
  

DEMANDS

• Please demand that the students abide by our hair and attire regulations. Be the teacher and not the student’s friends-you’ll get more respect. 
  
  

TRIPS

• You are always invited to attend our trips! I am often too busy to personally invite you, so here is my invitation! Take a copy and if your interested, approach me. If there is a fundraiser I’ll include you and If there is teaching to be done I’ll do my best to include you. 
  

DRESS REHEARSAL 

• Choosing Costumes(Dance) We will be choosing costumes in the beginning of November. You will receive an important email with dates in November
• . Dress Rehearsal is a requirement as part of your salary.
  

HALLOWEEN

• The week before Halloween students what will dress up. Please be sure you have appropriate music and we will have candy in the closet. REMIND students two weeks before classes to dress up in. Plan a fun class.

• For dance teams: students can dress up in their non performing Jazz Class. No games or dress up in Non performing Ballet OR Dance Team

• DANCEWEAR AND FOOTWEAR Please do not recommend other store or online stores. Please direct students to purchase in Cathy's Capezio or online. Our Store Salaries are based on the sale of our shoes and our clothing.

• The ladies in the store and the office support you, you should support them! 
  

PROFESSIONAL

• If you have a complaint, come to me. If you choose to complain to other teachers, you may be asked to leave. We have a great faculty, one person can cause a breakdown in friendships. When you sign your contract you agree to abide by our policies. If you have a problem with those policies, don’t accept the position.

• I have a lot of respect for the staff at the Conservatory. I always boast about how dedicated, personable and interested you are in the students and one another. I see each year your hard work and I respect that. You may approach me on any subject and I am here to listen and provide you with a solution or reason for my decision. 
  

DANCE ATTIRE REQUIREMENT

• There is an attire requirement. Please be sure you are following this so our program looks professional. 
  

BRING A FRIEND DAY

• This is a fun day for students to bring any of their friends to each department and observe or participate in class.  Be sure to give them and a friend a ticket.  The class or individual who wins will get a prize.  CLASS PIZZA PARTY or a Gift Card for student and teacher if it is a solo class.
  
  
  

STUDENT APPRECIATION DAY

• This is usually held in June.  Please encourage the students to attend and bring your family as well.  It is a great way to finish the year and create a more social environment with family and friends.  All is free for this event.
  
  

PICTURE WEEK

• We usually take pictures and upload them to Shutterfly. We will give you the site for the year and be sure to use your Teachercomad email and password is picture. Be creative. Class Pizza Party or a Gift Card for Private Students.
  

CALENDAR-IMPORTANT

• EVERY student must have a calendar.  Please be sure to look at it often so you are aware of upcoming events, You should remind parents of all upcoming events 1-2 weeks prior to when it occurs. 
  
  

PRE REGISTRATION

• Pre registration is a chance for you to get your students back on your schedule for the following year.  Your salary and raise depends on this. It is costly to advertise for new students and if you retain your students and grow your students, we can afford higher salaries for you.
  
  

IPODS

• We will be making our systems completely ipod accessible.  You will need your own system if you use anything else other than an ipod.   Please be sure you have the correct adaptors for your ipads. We do not supply these.
  
  
  

MUSIC FOR TEACHING

• Teachers are responsible to have their own books and music for their classes.  We do not supply this.  IF you are subbing for someone be sure you are prepared.  We do not offer any books to be removed from the store.
  
  

STUDENT COMMUNICATION

• Teachers may speak to students only through the office.  You may not text, facebook, tweet or communicate with the students through any internet or other means.  Our office managers will deliver all messages and supply this communication. You are responsible to remind them of calendar events and point out on the bulletin board their recital info. Please do not verbally communicate it to avoid incorrect info. Point it out on the bulletin board.
  
  

RETAINING YOUR STUDENTS

• Your position in the school is based on how well you retain your students. Be sure to take a serious approach to our VIP week. If you retain your students and hear positive feedback from parents then we know that you are a part of the growth of our program. If you are not retaining students within a two year time, we have to reconsider your position at the Conservatory. Please always ask us for help! We have great ideas and experience to help you be successful. 
  

TIPS FOR SPEAKING TO PARENTS

• Always have a conversation with parents in the beginning to tell them what you expect about attire and classroom rules. Be very kind about this but be firm. Example: Just a few important notes: Please be sure the students are dressed properly for class. If you arrive late, please dress the students outside the door and only send them in after they are ready for class. Please understand that the other students class is in session so we ask that you do not ask questions but quietly send the student in and we will be happy to settle them into class. Please avoid sending the students in with dolls, jewelry or additional props. We will open the door at the end of some of the classes to bring you into watch.

• ALWAYs keep your door closed.

• Please note that I would like to be sure that when you speak to the kids in the classroom you do not refer to CATHY C(OWNERS) as giving the instructions or policies. You want to use the script, "Our, We", Ex. " Our policy for selecting.. We plan to have our Performance... This shows your support for decisions and is much more professional then "Mrs. C said that ....." This statement often seems like blame rather than support.