Teacher 2026-2027 / Elementary Music (Fall Vacancies)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university;
• Valid teaching certificate appropriate for elementary music;
• Demonstrates ability to effectively instruct students in appropriate elementary music skills;
• Training in Kodaly or Orff methodologies preferred;
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to manage student behavior in the music classroom.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Probationary/Term Contract: 187 days

SALARY:

Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective elementary music teaching and learning with consideration to behavior management and age-appropriate learning activities.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individual and group instruction in music.
• Teach elementary music pedagogy that provides students with an appropriate learning sequence and accounts for various learning styles and abilities.
• Work with campus administrators to organize grade level/school music programs or additional extracurricular ensembles.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
• Posture: Prolonged standing stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
• Motion: Frequent walking.
• Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds); may lift and move musical instruments.
• Frequent exposure to noise/sound.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

All applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed.

Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

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