Elementary Music Teacher - 25/26 SY

Dundee Community Unit School District 300; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Elementary General Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This full-time role involves teaching music to grades K-5 and fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess Illinois licensure with a music endorsement and have a strong background in vocal/general music. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, evaluating student progress, and collaborating with staff. Join a dedicated team committed to nurturing students' musical talents and academic growth in a supportive community. If you're excited about making a difference in young lives through music, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Illinois licensure with music endorsement is required.
• Background in vocal/general music is essential.

Responsibilities

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in designated locations.
• Develop a conducive classroom environment for effective learning.
• Evaluate student progress regularly and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Classroom Management

Instructional Techniques

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Illinois Licensure with Music Endorsement (K-12 or K-6)

Background in Vocal/General Music

Job description

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Music - Vocal/General
  
  
• Date Posted:
  3/25/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Parkview Elementary School
  
  
• Date Available:
  August 2025
  
  

2025-2026 School Year
Full-Time (1.0FTE)
Elementary General Music- Grades K-5

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pick up district issued computer in August 2025.
• Attend Induction Academy I for teachers new to D300 August 2025.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the District.
• Prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior and report to the appropriate administrator information about individual student compliance with school and district behavioral expectations, and state and federal laws.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strive to implement by instruction and action the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. Reading training/background preferred with a strong knowledge of Response to Intervention and Common Core State Standards.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board Policy.
• Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Attend and participate in meetings involving the faculty and other participants that are of reasonable length and address a relevant educational topic as a legitimate function and obligation of professional educators.
• Collaborate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives and methods.
• Collaborate in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Accept a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned.
• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with others.
• Participate in rehearsal and performance events scheduled inside and outside the academic day, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications:
Illinois licensure with music endorsement (K-12 or K-6) required. Background and/or coursework in vocal/general music required.

Application Procedures:
Apply online.

Selection Process:
Applicants will be reviewed by building's hiring supervisor.