MUSIC TEACHER

QUALIFICATIONS: An appropriate, valid, Illinois State Teaching Credential with an endorsement in Music for grades K-8.

JOB SUMMARY: To provide elementary students enrolled in the district with a sequential course of music education, giving them varied opportunities to learn about and enjoy music experiences as a participant and/or listener.

REPORTS TO: Principal, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, and other Central Office Administrators.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, benefits, and work year as established in the Teachers' Contract.

PENSION: TRS

SALARY: $49,144 - $55,663; Commensurate with experience

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Standard Teacher Duties and Responsibilities

• The specific duties and responsibilities of teachers include, but are not limited to the following:

• To meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• To develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the Association.
• To prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence or preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• To involve students in establishing and maintaining acceptable standards of classroom behavior.
• To employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• To strive to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• To take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• To evaluate student progress on a regular basis.
• To maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Organize & supervise approved field trips to enhance classroom learning.
• Use effective presentation skills when employing direct instruction, including appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and examples, clear & legible visuals, and articulate & audible speech.
• Use excellent written & oral English skills when communicating w/students, parents, & colleagues.
• Serve as a role model for students, dressing & grooming professionally, demonstrating the importance & relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, & demonstrating pride in the honorable profession of teaching.
• Assist with the preparation, monitoring, & following of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for selected students assigned to the class.

Specific to Vocal Music Teacher

• Plans the scope and sequence of the music curriculum and arranges for its implementation.
• Coordinates with the band program and staff.
• Plans music schedule to allow each school their fair share of music instruction.
• Attends planning meetings and professional workshops.
• Selects new material and orders all music supplies.
• Promotes the teaching of additional music by the classroom teachers by preparing music materials for their use and acting as a resource person.
• Provides instruction of music program traveling between assigned schools and teaching approximately forty-five to fifty classrooms of students on a weekly basis, adapting teaching methods to the unique atmosphere and physical arrangement of each classroom.
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the principal, Superintendent and/or the Board may assign.