SY: Teacher - Music; General ; POOL

Position: 2025-2026 SY: Teacher - Music (General) at Various (POOL)
Position Type:

Teachers/Educators/Music

Date Posted:

4/1/2025

Location:

Various

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Title:

Teacher - Music (General Music)

Work Unit:

Various

Reports To:

Principal/Music Coordinator

Contract Length:

9 months

Pay

Schedule:

Teacher Overtime Status:

Exempt

Hours:

7 hours per day

Union Status:

NEA Licensure:

NMPED Pre K-12 Specialty Area with Performing Arts endorsement

All positions with Santa Fe Public Schools require a post offer/pre-employment background check. Some positions have additional requirements as established by Federal or State Rules and Regulations.

General Function:

Under general supervision teaches approved SFPS curriculum to students of all abilities, thereby promoting musical growth, and providing appropriate musical activities. Provide instruction in instrumental pedagogy as well as musical concepts, theory, history, and performance etiquette.

Education/Training/Experience

(Basic minimum requirements are subject to change from time to time to meet the needs of the District.)

Minimum Bachelor's degree in music education, or equivalent, with emphasis on instrumental music. NM state certification required with music endorsement.

Preferred:
At least one year's previous teaching experience.

Knowledge/

Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of instrument pedagogy, and appropriate literature. Knowledge of effective rehearsal techniques and classroom management. Knowledge of administrative duties associated with band program. Ability to differentiate instruction.

Essential Job Functions

All functions are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety and environmental regulations, facility and computer security policies and procedures. Functions are subject to change from time to time to meet the needs of the organization. Current essential functions include the following:

* Participates in the appropriate state, regional, and district sponsored festivals and competitive/performance events.

* Site based and public performances are an assumed responsibility.

* Promotes an environment/climate conducive to productive performance in music education.

* Communicates effectively with school principal as well as music coordinator.

* Attends monthly music district meetings, set by the music coordinator.

* Meets and instructs the student(s) in assigned locations and at the designated times.

* Instructs and plans for the band program at the site(s) assigned during the nine-month contract.

* Ensures the adequate supervision of students.

* Establishes and maintains rapport with students.

* Motivates students to achieve maximum potential.

* Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

* Works collaboratively with staff, families, and community resources to support the success of a diverse student population.

* Complies with and supports schools regulations and policies.

* Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.

* Recruits and retains students for participation in the band program.

* Other duties as assigned.

Salary Range:

Based on education, experience, and level of NM Teaching License.

Level 1 License: $55,000+

Level 2 License: $65,000+

Level 3 License: $75,000+

Resources Used in Performing Job Include (but are not limited to):

Musical instruments (Wind and Percussion); stereo equipment, music technology, printed and sheet music. Appropriately equipped music facility. Collaborations with colleagues, parents, community resources and professional organizations.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements:

Lifting of heavy musical equipment, not limited to:
Portable acoustic shell, Choir risers, Music Stands, Sound systems, Chair, etc. Duties performed typically in school settings to include; band room, classrooms, gym, auditorium, and recreational areas, both at home and away events. Frequent walking, standing, lifting, up to approx. 40lbs, and occasional lifting of equipment such as band equipment weighing up to approx. 50lbs may be required. Other limited physical activities are required.

Occasional travel with students on field trips and various performances may be necessary. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas…