Music Teacher - West Seaford Elementary

Music Teacher (Elementary)

Position

Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' understanding, appreciation of the art of music, including listening to a wide range of musical genres, periods, and styles. To identify, promote, and develop each student's talents in vocal and instrumental musical expression.

Essential Functions:

• 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 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 district office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to play an instrument or instruments, conduct students in playing instruments as needed (For Instrumental Music).
• Ability to sign and instruct in all areas of voice. (For Choral/Voice Music)
• Ability to instruct students in singing, harmonization, and chorus as needed.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Certification/License:
Delaware State Certification as a Music Teacher 1563.

Education:

Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Temporary Position:
No

Number of Months/Days: 10 Month - 188 Days

Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time

Eligible for "State Share" of Benefits:
Yes

Pension Eligible Position:
Yes

Minimum Qualifications:

Teacher Certification - Delaware Code Title 14 Section 1500

Application Procedure:
Interested and qualified candidates should complete an online application.