Teacher/Music

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Music - Choral
Date Posted:
2/29/2024
Location:
Mannsdale Elementary
Date Available:
24-25 SY
Closing Date:
04/30/2024
All Applicants Must Apply Online: Please send Letter of Interest and Resume along with three References to Dr. Emily Mulhollen, Principal at emulhollen@madison-schools.com
Applicants must hold a valid Mississippi Educator License with endorsement code: 166
Job Title: Elementary Teacher: Music
Reports To: Building Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
To develop in each pupil an appreciation of the art of music as part of general culture; to teach techniques of vocal and/or instrumental music expression; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of music; to develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music.
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess proper certification and current licensure for position as required by the Mississippi Department of Education
• Hold at least a valid Class "A" Certificate issued by the Mississippi State Department of Education and endorsed in the field of instruction to which he/she is assigned
• Have met other qualifications and requirements as established by the school district

ESSENTIALS DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works closely with administration and staff to develop an appropriate instructional program
• Teaches skills in music appreciation, harmony, explorations in music and in instrumental music (band, orchestra, instrumental ensemble) and/or choral music (chorus, choir, choral ensemble) to pupils
• Utilizes course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Plans a balanced music program, and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time
• Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils
• Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and music performances
• Develops instructional lessons comparable with teaching assignment and consistent with adopted curriculum
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of all students
• Prepares written plans for each day's lessons
• Establishes appropriate plans for substitute teachers

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 55 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a standard office setting and school/classroom combined with a server room. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract or employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.