5th - 8th Grade Band Teacher

Central51; Illinois; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plan

TRS Retirement Plan

150 Paid Sick Days per Full School Year

Job summary

A school district in Illinois is seeking a teacher to oversee the marching band and colorguard program. The ideal candidate will implement a district-approved curriculum, ensuring student success and growth. Responsibilities include managing classroom procedures and engaging students in their learning. Applicants must possess a valid Illinois teaching license and demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy and individualized instruction. Professional development opportunities and interactions with families are expected.

Qualifications

• Valid and appropriate Illinois licensure.
• Complete required professional development to retain certification.
• Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the marching band and colorguard program.
• Manage student behavior and establish a safe classroom.
• Engage students in their learning.

Skills

Illinois licensure

Classroom management

Flexible instructional design

Communication with families

Job description

Salary & Benefits Summary

• 15 Paid Sick Days per Full School Year
• 3 Paid Personal Days per Full School Year
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plan
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account Option
• Employee Assistance Program

A new teacher induction academy will be held for all new licensed staff on Thursday, August 6 and Friday, August 7.

Qualifications

• Valid and appropriate Illinois licensure.
• Complete required professional development to retain certification.
• Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), sex offender and violent youth offender screening, and employment physical.

Reports to

Building Principal and Assistant Principal

Job Goal

To facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the marching band and colorguard program.
• Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of students and plans instruction for individual students' needs.
• Sets instructional outcomes as goals that can be assessed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources.
• Designs coherent instruction and differentiates with appropriate resources, groups and structure.
• Designs student assessments that are aligned with the instructional outcomes.
• Creates an environment of respect and rapport.
• Establishes a culture for learning.
• Manages classroom procedures.
• Manages student behavior by setting clear standards of conduct.
• Establishes a safe classroom that ensures the learning of all students.
• Communication with students is appropriate and expectations for the learning of content are clearly communicated.
• Uses questions that reflect high expectations.
• Engages students in their learning.
• Uses assessment to guide instruction.
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness and makes adjustment as needed to instruction
• Uses reflection to improve instruction.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Communicates with families frequently and tries to engage families in the instructional program.
• Participates in professional organizations and is involved in school and district events.
• Actively pursues professional development opportunities.
• Works in a collegial manner with other district choral staff.
• Plans and presents music programs designed to exhibit pupil's work for the school and community.
• Registers and prepares students for the IGSMA Solo & Ensemble Contest, ILMEA District 4 Festivals and provides opportunities for students to attend additional festivals as deemed appropriate by the teacher and administration.
• Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school standards and school district discipline policies.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal/assistant principal and other district office administrators as designated by the superintendent.
• Adhere to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school related matters and loyalty to the school district.

Note

Note: The above description is illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities. It is not all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Terms of Employment

180 days. Salary and benefits per the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Evaluation

Per the Central School District 51 Teacher Evaluation Plan