Specialist - Elementary Music

Specialist – Elementary Music ()

• Position Type:
  Classroom Teaching – Arts, Athletics, Health, & PE / Elementary Music Teacher
• Date Posted: 8/12/2026
• Location:
  
  VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS
• Closing Date: 08/26/2026

Reports to:

Director – Vocal and Elementary Music
PC: 17515
Grade 204
Duty Days: 207 Days
Salary: $69,738-$84,021
FLSA Status:
Exempt

To provide school-based support to music teachers by increasing student achievement through enhanced instructional delivery and job-embedded professional development.

• Oversees and mentors teachers in the development of best practices in the elementary music classroom.
• Stays abreast of trends in curriculum development and music instruction by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, and/or conducting research.
• Communicates the latest developments in curriculum and innovative instructional programs to improve student achievement.
• Leads and motivates staff to raise the quality of music programs.
• Models best instructional techniques for teachers and staff.
• Aids and encourages implementation of technology in the music classrooms.
• Diagnoses instruction and performance weaknesses; provides recommendations and assists in the implementation of improved teaching techniques.
• Plans and provides professional learning.
• Conducts timely observations and written feedback to teacher/supervisor(s).
• Assists director in the recruitment and screening of new applicants.
• Works closely with the Director of Vocal and Elementary Music in the coordination and monitoring of music programs in all schools throughout the District.
• Works with executive administration to develop long-term (strategic) goals; demonstrates ability to implement strategic goals at the campus level.
• Collaborates with District departments to coordinate and implement programs that support the special needs of all student populations.
• Provides regular updates of program activities and services to appropriate audiences.
• Collaborates with principals, other specialists, teachers, state colleagues and members of the greater community in a pluralistic environment.
• Assists in the planning and management of District wide events, including but not limited to, festivals, contests, and community requested events.
• Assists in the selection and development of instructional materials and resources.
• Acts as the primary contact for community arts associations' children's programs including Fort Worth Symphony, Bass Hall, and Fort Worth Opera.
• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

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• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.

Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

• Knowledge of federal and state guidelines and District policies and procedures regarding education and students.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education, special education, and individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiation of instruction necessary to create effective and productive student-centered learning environments.
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