Art/Music Teacher (Grades: EC-5)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 67,500 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District is seeking a Teacher-Fine Arts for Webster Elementary to develop and implement lessons aligned with district and state standards. You will reflect accommodations for diverse learning styles and present material according to TEA guidelines.

The role emphasizes efficient classroom management, ongoing assessment, and regular communication with parents and the school community. Full-time position requiring reliable attendance and collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required and Texas teaching certificate with endorsements.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction; ability to follow district regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage classroom and adapt to changes efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to district curriculum and state requirements.
• Present subject matter per TEA guidelines and district policies.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior.
• Establish a system of student evaluation in line with state law and district policy.
• Evaluate and document student progress and report to parents as required.
• Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the prescribed grade level.
• Plan lessons with substitutes in mind and ensure written plans are available.
• Provide varied learning experiences using diverse media to motivate students.
• Identify pupil needs and coordinate with professionals to support health, attitude, and learning.
• Be available for counseling with students and parents outside of class.
• Communicate educational programs to the community through open houses and PTA.
• Coordinate aides and paraprofessionals when applicable.
• Collaborate with the principal to align evaluation systems with district guidelines.
• Maintain accurate student records and required documents.
• Perform all other duties as assigned and ensure regular attendance.

Skills

Lesson planning

Accommodations for learning styles

Classroom management

Counseling & parent communication

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university; Texas teacher certificate with endorsements

Knowledge of curriculum & instruction

Ability to follow instructions & standard procedures

Present subject matter per TEA guidelines & board policies

Efficient classroom management procedures

Flexibility to adapt to changes

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Job description

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required


• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles


• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations


• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior


• Establish a system of students evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district


• Continually evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed and required


• Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district


• Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume the responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes


• Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using a variety of media and methods in order to motivate students and best utilize available time for instruction


• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems


• Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school.


• Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open house and PTA meetings


• Plan and coordinate the work of aides and other paraprofessional and student teachers (when applicable)


• Participate cooperatively with the principal to develop the system by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with the district’s uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment


• Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district


• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned


• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university; valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for subject and subject level assigned.


• Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.


• Demonstrated knowledge of various routine tasks, duties, and procedures and the ability to follow specific instructions with little or no previous experience.


• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations.


• Establish efficient classroom management procedures.


• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world


• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession


• Minimum Salary: $67,500 (non-certified) / $68,000 (certified)***


• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required


• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles


• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations


• Establish efficient classroom management procedures


• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior


• Establish a system of students evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district


• Continually evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed and required


• Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district


• Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume the responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes


• Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using a variety of media and methods in order to motivate students and best utilize available time for instruction


• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems


• Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school.


• Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open house and PTA meetings


• Plan and coordinate the work of aides and other paraprofessional and student teachers (when applicable)


• Participate cooperatively with the principal to develop the system by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with the district’s uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment


• Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district


• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned


• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

Work Locations

Webster Elementary

Job

Teacher-Fine Arts

Schedule

Full-time

Minimum Salary

68,000.00

Job Posting

Jul 27, 2026