Band - Long Term Substitute (Grades 5-6)

Yorkville CUSD #115; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorkville CUSD 115 seeks a Long Term Substitute Band Teacher for Bristol Bay and Grande Reserve Elementary School from March 1, 2027 to March 26, 2027. The teacher collaborates with colleagues, uses district-approved music curricula for 5th and 6th grade, and rotates between schools while delivering engaging musical instruction.

The candidate should be student-centered with deep knowledge of best practices in music education and be able to provide meaningful feedback to students, families, and

Qualifications

• Certification/License: Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Experience: prior teaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum aligned with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a virtual classroom environment that is safe and conducive to differentiated instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for effective use of instructional time.
• Assesses student learning and differentiates instruction for individual needs.
• Instructs students in citizenship and other applicable subject matters.
• Pursues ongoing professional knowledge through seminars and workshops.
• Maintains accurate records of grades and attendance per district procedures.
• Encourages parental involvement and effective communication with students and parents.
• Maintains classroom behavior standards and collaborates with staff on curriculum evaluation.
• Coordinates with elementary staff and participates in meetings.
• Selects and requisitions books and supplies; administers standardized tests.

Skills

Teaching methods

Elementary curriculum

Data analysis

Education laws

Computer literacy

Organization

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Elementary Education

Job description

Brief Description / Position Summary

Yorkville CUSD 115 has an opening for a Long Term Substitute - Band Teacher for Bristol Bay and Grande Reserve Elementary School from March 1, 2027-March 26, 2027. The candidate must be a collaborative and effective team player, must be a student center with an in-depth knowledge of best practices in music education for 5th and 6th grade students. The Long Term Substitute will rotate days between both schools.

Daily rate

$210.00

Position Purpose

To facilitate student success and growth by implementing district-approved curriculum, addressing the specific educational needs of individual students, and by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment. In accordance with the strategic plan and the mission and vision of the Board of Education, successful candidates are able to provide meaningful feedback to students, parents, and administration and facilitate the academic and emotional growth of students.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a virtual classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students' needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the District.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievements, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing protocol.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the program administrator and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License: Professional Educator License (PEL)

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus.