Position: TEACHER - MUSIC SPECIALIST @ WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 0.9 FTE, CONT.
Overview
Spokane Public Schools is seeking qualified candidates for Elementary Music Specialist positions. Positions are 0.6‑0.9 FTE, located at Audubon, Balboa, Browne, Longfellow, Frances Scott, and Whitman Elementary Schools.
Contract Details
- FTE: 0.9
- Contract Type:
Continuing - Anticipated
Start Date:
2026‑27 School Year
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB for employees working at least 630 hours per academic year.
- Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
- Pay provisions above the salary schedule are provided in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.
Position Requirements A Washington State Teaching Certificate with a Music Endorsement is required.
Salary
Salary is based on prior certificated experience, approved credits, earned degrees, and FTE. Current salary and stipend information is available in the district salary schedule.
Responsibilities
Organize instructional programs within the prescribed curriculum to provide for individual differences.Effectively teach students of varying abilities.Maintain classroom discipline and use effective classroom management skills.Utilize and maintain district/building curricular and student learning objectives.Prepare and maintain long‑range and weekly lesson plans.Maintain appropriate student records.Work as an effective member of the department to evaluate and improve the program.Communicate and interpret school programs to patrons.Communicate student progress to parents.Be familiar with state essential leanings, district targets, qualifying standards, testing, etc.Work as an effective member of the grade level, staff, and community to evaluate and improve student learning.Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the building administration.Qualifications
Qualified for a Washington State teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements as required by law and regulations.Demonstrates classroom management procedures suitable for large and small groups, and individuals.Uses appropriate disciplinary procedures, establishes clear parameters for student behavior, responds properly when problems occur, and helps students toward self‑discipline.Communicates clearly and effectively in both written and oral form.Flexible in learning new concepts, cooperates with others, and adapts to a variety of assignments and conditions.Enthusiastic and displays an overall optimism toward teaching and student learning.Assesses needs of students, prescribes and implements effective lessons to meet students' needs through appropriate instructional skills.Gains the respect and confidence of students, parents, and staff through modeling appropriate demeanor, behavior, and attire.Sets and attains high level of expectations with a commitment to using available resources so that accomplishment and growth occur.Develops favorable relationships with students; listens to, cares for, and works collaboratively with them.Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, different learning styles, and various disabilities.Demonstrates ability to learn new ideas and skills and to solve problems; a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 is expected (may be waived if an inadequate pool of fully qualified applicants exists).Awareness of current educational developments and applications, works collaboratively with others; believes in the importance of education, and is interested in the welfare of all students.Uses democratic processes to resolve problems in a supportive and understanding non‑authoritarian manner.Integrates technology into planning, learning, and record‑keeping activities.Knowledge of effective teaching strategies related to the appropriate age of instruction; demonstrates ability to apply this knowledge in a classroom setting.Willingness and commitment to participate in professional collaboration and student supervision.Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators in a confidential manner.Ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the instruction/learning process.Work Schedule
Days and hours may be subject to change depending on program and district needs.
Stipends, Leave Accruals, and Holidays
Stipends, leaves, and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Background Check
A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees.
EEO Statement
Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, any sensory, mental, or physical disability, use of a trained guide or service animal, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status.
This applies to all students and employees.
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