Elementary Music Teacher

ELMWOOD PARK BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT; Elmwood Park (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ELMWOOD PARK BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Music Teacher to develop students' understanding and appreciation of music across genres and styles. The role includes identifying talents, planning rehearsals, and guiding performances beyond the classroom.

The ideal candidate will hold NJ State Certification in Music Education and have experience teaching music to the relevant grade levels. Masters preferred, with strong communication and organizational skills to engage families and

Qualifications

• NJ State Certification as a Music Teacher.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and differentiated instruction.
• Ability to play an instrument or instruments and conduct students.
• Experience teaching music at appropriate grade level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops music curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Creates a safe, conducive environment for instruction.
• Organizes rehearsals and directs performances outside the classroom.
• Assesses student progress and adapts instruction accordingly.
• Keeps accurate records of student activities, achievement and attendance.

Skills

Instrument proficiency

Vocal instruction

Classroom management

Communication with students/parents

Organizational skills

Self-evaluation for growth

Team collaboration

ICT literacy

Instrument coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Masters degree preferred

Job description

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' understanding, appreciation of the art of music, including listening a wide range of musical genre, periods and styles. To identify, promote and develop each student's talents in vocal and instrumental musical expression.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.


• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.


• Develops balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.


• Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.


• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.


• Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom


• 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, achievement 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 to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during practice, rehearsal and performances.


• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.


• Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal 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, printer, 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 differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.


• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.


• 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 play an instrument or instruments, conduct students in playing instruments as needed.


• Ability to instruct students in singing, harmonization, and chorus as needed.


• Ability to use computer network system 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.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Certification/License

Qualifications Profile

• NJ State Certification as a Music Teacher.


• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.


• Masters Degree preferred.

Experience

• Successful prior teaching experience in music for the appropriate grade level preferred.