Elementary Music Teacher - General and Instrumental

Elementary Music Teacher

Reports To:

Building Principal

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Days: 182

Salary:
Determined by graduate degrees/hours and level of experience. FY 27 Teacher Salary Schedule Salary determined by graduate degrees/hours and level of experience. Salary Range: $46,280 - $54,211 (Bachelors - Specialist/Doctorate)

Board Paid TRS Benefits Package Available

Job Summary:

Are you ready to be the spark that ignites a lifelong love of music? Mascoutah CUSD
19 is looking for a passionate, creative, and skilled Elementary Music Teacher on our Scott Elementary campus to lead our young performers in both general music exploration and instrumental growth. Under the general supervision of the School Principal. This position is to facilitate student success and growth in the fine arts areas impacting interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes;

addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. The position will develop students' understanding, appreciation of the art of music, including listening, a wide range of musical genres, periods and styles. Position will require preparation for performances throughout the year.

To identify, promote and develop each student's talents in vocal musical expression.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certification/License:
  Illinois Professional Educators License with elementary music endorsement, Bachelors from an accredited college or university in music education, Collegiate work in instrumental music preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops a balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
• Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during practice, rehearsal and performances.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.

Additional Duties:
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.