Orchestra Teacher

• Position Type:
  Other/ Orchestra Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/17/2025
• Location:
  
  FINE ARTS
• District:
  Anchorage School District
• a posted degree in the content area of this position; or
• a posted minor in the content area of this position; or
• passing scores in the content area on a teacher competency examination accepted by the State of Alaska Department of Education & Early Development
• a certificate endorsement in the content area of this position; or
• Understands how students learn and develop, and applies that knowledge in their practice.
• Organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, work time and assessment.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and--in harmony with the goals--establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Has the ability to use current technology to enhance instruction.
• Has the ability to use technology for record-keeping and research.
• Applies knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student's work.
• Supervises student environment, students, and volunteers.
• Communicates regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Bargaining Unit
  : AEA
• Work Year
  : 182 days, 12 contract payments
• FTE
  :
  Full time, 1.0 FTE
• Salary
  : B00/00 - B72/20 ($56,823-$100,155) DOE

Candidate will serve as the Orchestra Teacher at one or more schools within the Anchorage School District. Teachers create a flexible school age program based on subject matter taught, and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for preparation for college, vocational school or acquiring employment, in accordance with each student’s ability;

and establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members. The teacher reports to and is evaluated by the site principal. This position requires a valid Alaska educator certificate. The number of workdays is based upon the AEA negotiated pay scale. Information on the pay scale can be found online on our Labor Relations Department website. This position’s grade level, content area taught, and work site may change dependent upon student enrollment and district staffing needs.

Positions that are 0.50 FTE to 1.0 FTE are associated with the Alaska Teachers’ Retirement System (TRS), positions that are 0.40 to 0.49 FTE are associated with the Alaska Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). Positions that are 0.39 FTE or less are not eligible for state retirement benefits.

State of Alaska Teacher Certificate: requires evidence that the applicant has complied with Alaska Statute 14.20.010 and may be employed as a certified teacher. Evidence of content knowledge shown by:

• a posted degree in the content area of this position; or
• a posted minor in the content area of this position; or
• passing scores in the content area on a teacher competency examination accepted by the State of Alaska Department of Education & Early Development
• a certificate endorsement in the content area of this position; or

2. a waiver request for the basic competency and content area exam requirements which has been submitted to the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development in support…