Elementary School Music Teacher 2024-2025

Elementary School Music Teacher 2024-2025

Location: Barnwell Elementary School, Barnwell, South Carolina

Contract: 190 days

School Year: 2024-2025

Reports to: Principal

Certification: Must have valid SC Teacher Certificate/License or anticipate Certificate/License prior to the 2024-2025 school year in General Music or Choral Music. Acceptable certification codes include: 49; 51; 52; 53; 54; 54+; 52; 52+; 56; 56+.

Position is open until filled.

Barnwell Elementary School is seeking an enthusiastic Elementary General/Choral Music Teacher. Candidates should have experience in general music and choral music. Experience in instrumental music is also preferred. The courses taught would be for all students in grades 4th - 6th. The teacher will also be responsible for the organization and execution of no less than four concerts or performances per year.

Qualifications:

1. Ability to instruct general music aligned to South Carolina State Standards.
2. Capacity to develop a choral program to include vocal performance.
3. Ability to prepare students for successful participation in various choral programs.
4. Strong communication and relationship building skills.
5. Enthusiasm and expertise to inspire and challenge students.
6. High level of personal organization and planning.
7. Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
8. Ability to choose and access appropriate musical selections.
9. Ability to positively contribute to an environment that responds to students’ academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and physical needs.
10. Experience collaborating with colleagues across the discipline on curriculum, instruction, and assessment.

Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the principal.

References: Please provide references that can attest to your ability to perform the duties listed in the job description. References should include previous supervisors/managers, colleagues, instructors, or current/previous principals. Include a current and valid email address for each reference. All applicants must provide 3 references. Immediately upon your application submission, your references will be emailed a reference request.