Visual & Performing Arts - Elementary Instrumental Music Teacher - .9FTE

Music Teacher - Elementary

We are seeking a dynamic, highly qualified instrumental music teacher to ignite a love of music for elementary school students. The teacher in this position will be .9 FTE at eight elementary schools. This is a unique opportunity to build programs, grow strong relationships with students, and become part of a thriving music community in Seattle Public Schools. The purpose of this itinerant position is to provide elementary instrumental music instruction to 4th and 5th grade students in Seattle Public Schools.

Responsibilities include:

instruction in woodwinds, percussion, strings, and brass, coordination and supervision of concerts at each assigned school, evaluation of students' learning, attendance at team meetings, and ensuring students exiting the program in 5th grade are prepared for middle school band or orchestra. Applicants must have evidence of strong teaching, classroom management and organizational skills. Teamwork and collaboration are essential, as are strong communication skills to build the program.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:
Best practices in music instruction including program design and delivery; WA music essential academic learning requirements; effective student behavior management; effective instructional techniques with instructional materials used by the district; rules and procedures for student and adult safety.

Skill in:
Instructing students in instrumental music; analyzing and interpreting student performance data; aligning instructional materials with State standards and grade level expectations; appropriate use of a variety of instructional methods; adapting music materials and teaching techniques to increase achievement; proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications; effective communication with parents or guardians in a diverse community; organizing and time management; decision-making and problem-solving;

basic Microsoft Office software and Outlook.

Ability to:
Deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with culturally, racially, and economically diverse student populations; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage different student learning and behavioral styles and abilities; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques; address new trends and ideas in education and education transformation;

exercise self-discipline in behavior and attitude; work independently; work as a team-member; use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software; direct assistants; in some positions, administer first aid and CPR; establish and maintain effective, positive working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.

Typical

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in music education with an endorsement in instrumental music.
• One (1) year of successful teaching experience, and the ability to demonstrate instructional-level proficiency on the violin, cello, flute, clarinet, trumpet, and trombone.
• Valid Washington State certification with an instrumental music endorsement
• Must meet No Child Left Behind requirements
• Demonstrated successful instrumental music teaching experience
• Ability to maintain confidentiality per district policy and state and federal laws
• Washington state driver's license and vehicle