Music Teacher - General Music​/Choir

The Music Teacher – General Music and/or Choir works closely with the Director of Programs as well as the Director of Community Affairs and Partnerships to ensure effective music education on a daily basis. Responsibilities include planning and implementing a comprehensive, sequential and standards-based music curriculum according to the ETM-LA model that serves all students and teaches musical literacy, practical musical skills, content knowledge, transferable skills and higher order thinking;

leading meaningful performances in which students can apply learned skills and knowledge; building a music program that becomes an indispensable part of school culture and identity which connects to the broader school community.

• Prepare and teach engaging, differentiated, age appropriate, grade specific music lessons with a clear and concise aim, based on the ETM-LA benchmarks
• Guide student behavior and class management to maintain an optimal learning environment
• Create an online environment that is visually engaging, responsive to student needs and organized
• Serve as the in-school music faculty and will be the primary representative of ETM-LA’s mission at the assigned school site(s)
• Collaborate with academic teachers to integrate arts with the Common Core State Standards and throughout the school’s curriculum and culture
• Responsible for preparing and delivering all essential functions of the music program
• Prepare weekly standards – based lesson plans aligned to ETM-LA benchmarks
• Provide a positive and safe learning environment by establishing a clear and consistent classroom management plan according to ETM-LA training and school site policy
• Commit to growing as a music teacher in order to be culturally responsive to our students and communities
• Facilitate after-school music programs (where applicable)
• Work with ETM-LA’s administrative staff to assess the program and are required to attend mandatory paid training sessions throughout the year
• Attend professional development trainings
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree (for internship, rising seniors at the undergraduate level acceptable)
• Experience in music classroom teaching in general music and/or choir with evidence of success
• Experience teaching groups of 15 or more elementary-and middle-school aged students
• Experience and/or training in Orff, Kodály and/or Dalcroze strongly desired
• Possession of California single subject teaching credential in music or out of state equivalent preferred
• Master’s degree in music education desired
• Access to a secured network and a laptop or PC to provide distance learning is highly preferred
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is preferred
• Bi-lingual a plus (especially Spanish or Chinese)

• Demonstrated knowledge and proven music skill/ability in voice, musical theater, and/or instrumental (Brass, Woodwind, Percussion, Orchestral Strings)
• Specialized knowledge of specific musical repertoire and genres, particularly choral
• Possess excellent music reading skills
• Have excellent stage presence, oral and written communication
• Possess strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Proficient in online learning platforms (Zoom, Google Classroom, Ring Central, etc.)
• Ability to think creatively and strategically
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work well and enjoy working with children and being part of a collaborative team with other music teachers and school faculty
• Ability to follow instructions
• Strive and remain committed to the mission of the organization

• Lift and move musical equipment, materials and supplies
• Clean the music room
• Maintain inventory and secure classroom instruments, including ukuleles, guitars, replacing drum heads, proper storage, etc.

• Teaching rate anticipated average hiring range (in-school): $27.00-$45.00 per hour; (after-school): $50.00 per hour. Dependent upon qualifications and experience; $25.00 per hour for lesson planning and training
• Successful candidates will receive paid training in pedagogy, lesson planning and classroom management
• Hours:
  
  Part-Time;…