24 - Instrumental Music Teacher (2024 - 2025 School Year)

Job Title: Instrumental Music Teacher

Work Year: 165 days

Department: Teaching and Learning Services

Reports To: School Principal

Salary Range: $45,000-$94,315

Status: FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

The primary responsibility of the Instrumental Music Teacher is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents, and students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

1. Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire
2. Music Endorsement or Teacher must be highly qualified in applicable content area through the following options:
1. Endorsement on a Colorado teaching license
2. 36 semester credit hours applicable to content area - Music
3. Passing score on a State Board of Education approved content exam (currently the ETS Praxis Series)
4. Be eligible for a TiR or Alternative Licensing Program in content area
3. Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
4. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 3-5 years successful teaching as demonstrated by references, evaluations and student growth data
2. Experience implementing effective literacy instruction including foundational skills and comprehension strategies
3. Experience using Common Core State standards to plan instruction
4. Experience with a blended learning model or a desire to learn
5. Experience with AVID implementation or a desire to learn
6. Experience in a Title I setting or low income setting
7. Experience with Teach Like A Champion Strategies
8. Successful experience implementing strong classroom routines and procedures demonstrated by references and evaluations
9. Experience with STEM based educational philosophy and instructional practices

JOB EXPECTATIONS:

1. Establish clear classroom routines and procedures that create a positive student-centered learning environment
2. Utilize data from a variety of sources to collaboratively plan and adapt instruction
3. Implement evidenced-based instructional practices that build student knowledge and skills across a variety of content areas
4. Actively engage in the professional development activities to continuously improve practices
5. Maintain a professional attitude and work ethic
6. Communicate effectively and productively with a variety of stakeholders including students, families, and colleagues
7. Collaborate as a member of a high performing team to drive individual and school improvement
8. Utilize a standards-based grading protocol

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide a variety of classroom techniques and methods
2. Promote high levels of achievement in relation to individual student abilities
3. Utilize current and relevant subject matter
4. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction
5. Organize instruction using learning objectives with clearly defined student outcomes
6. Prepare effectively for class and daily lesson plans
7. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Perform any and all other duties as assigned by Building Administrators.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting; fast-paced work; constant interruptions.

Instructions for Applying:

All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not be forwarded to the hiring administrator for review. The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current cover letter for the posted position; current resume; copy of current teaching license; copy of transcripts conferring required degree; copy of Place/Praxis test and any other materials requested on the application to verify that individuals are eligible for a Colorado License from the Colorado Department of Education.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities.