Elementary Orchestra Teacher- Split between King Elementary and Phillips Elementary

Usd; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

KCPS Pension Plan

Job summary

Kansas City Public Schools seeks an Elementary Orchestra Teacher to split between King Elementary and Phillips Elementary. You will develop and deliver orchestral curriculum, assess student progress, and foster a love of music in elementary learners.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Elementary Education with Missouri Certification in Instrumental Music (K-12) and have experience teaching string instruments in diverse urban settings. This is a full-time, 185-day position with Benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from a four-year college or university.
• Missouri State Certification in Instrumental Music (K-12).

Responsibilities

• Instruct elementary students in orchestral classes following curriculum guidelines.
• Assess student progress and communicate results to families.
• Sponsor and assist with extracurricular musical activities.

Skills

Instrumental music

Curriculum design

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education

Missouri State Certification in Instrumental Music (K-12)

Job description

Elementary Orchestra Teacher- Split between King Elementary and Phillips Elementary

Kansas City School District - KCMO 4750 - King Elementary - Kansas City, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5889627

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2025

Job Description

Kansas City Public Schools

ElementaryTeacher - Orchestra

Salary Grade: T01 - T06

Department: Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development

Reports To: Building Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

TheElementary Teacher - Orchestra instructs orchestral classes in public elementary schools, fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. This role involves developing and implementing curriculum, assessing student progress, and promoting a passion for orchestral music. The ideal candidate will inspire students, demonstrate expertise in orchestral instruments, and contribute to the school's musical community.

What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities)

Instructional Delivery and Curriculum Development

• Instruct students through lectures, demonstrations, and the use of audiovisual aids and supplementary materials.
• Prepare course objectives and outlines following curriculum guidelines and state/school requirements.
• Assign lessons and provide constructive feedback on homework.

Student Assessment and Communication

• Administer tests to evaluate student progress and record results.
• Issue progress reports to inform parents of student achievement.
• Maintain accurate attendance records.
• Meet with parents to discuss student progress and address any concerns.

Classroom Management and Student Support

• Maintain a positive and disciplined classroom environment.
• Counsel students on academic and personal adjustment issues.
• Assist students in selecting appropriate courses of study.

Professional Development and Extracurricular Involvement

• Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Sponsor and/or assist with extracurricular activities and student organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To: (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree inElementary Education from a four-year college or university.
• Missouri State Certification in Instrumental Music (K-12).

In Order to #LevelUp in This Role, You'll Need: (Preferred Qualifications and characteristics needed to excel in role)

• Demonstrated experience and/or training in current techniques and skills in teaching secondary level students.
• Proficiency in playing and teaching all stringed instruments.
• Teaching experience in urban schools.

Benefits:

Health and Dental Insurance are provided. KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan - mandatory 9.0% contribution is required from employees and matched by KCPS; Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.

Physical Demands:

Employees must be able to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands and fingers, reach, bend, stoop, and lift at least ten pounds. Job requires the employee occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Terms of Employment:

185 day calendar; 8hrs/day, 5 days/week.

Why Join Kansas City Public Schools?

Be a Changemaker. Collaborate with Passionate Colleagues. #LevelUp the Future.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Music: Instrumental

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required