Elementary School Music Teacher

DuPage ROE; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Elementary School Teacher with a Music specialization to engage students in a rich learning environment. This full-time position requires travel between school buildings and focuses on implementing state-aligned curricula while accommodating individual student needs. Ideal candidates hold an Illinois Professional Educator License and demonstrate a passion for teaching music to elementary students. Opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with fellow educators are integral to the role.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License required.
• K-12 Music endorsement or K-9 self-contained endorsement preferred.
• Experience with elementary-age students strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and instruct according to state and district standards.
• Conduct assessments to evaluate and support student progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance instructional methods.

Skills

Music Instruction

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License

K-12 Music Endorsement

Job description

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ Music - General

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Date Posted:
6/4/2025

Location:
Travel between 2 or more buildings

Date Available:
08/2025

Closing Date:
Until Filled

District:
Indian Prairie School District 204

Plan and instruct students on District and state standards aligned curriculum.

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations.

Enrich or modify lessons, curriculum, materials and resources as needed to meet individual student's needs and varying levels of progress.

Conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress. Administer standardized assessments as directed. Interpret student assessment data for application of instructional methods and monitoring of student progress.

Review student progress via assessments, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies to ensure student success and growth.

Communicate both verbally and in writing with parents and students on progress.

Meet regularly and work collaboratively with other grade level or departmental teachers and support teachers to plan instruction across classrooms and to incorporate lessons across subjects.

Meet regularly with support teachers, teacher assistants and specialists to discuss individual student's modifications or adaptations, ongoing learning issues, interventions or problems. Work collaboratively to ensure individual student's needs met.

Assign work, instructions or lessons to student teachers and/or volunteers. Assess work, modify and provide regular feedback.

Actively participate on various building and District teams or committees. Provide feedback and act as liaison to other building staff.

Set clear expectations for class and manage classroom and school environment applying positive behavior supports and interventions as needed.

Collaborate with other staff in planning, modifying, enhancing and implementing curriculum and school and district objectives.

Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment. Act as role model by encouraging appropriate behaviors that lead to social, emotional and physical development.

Enforce and support school policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.

Participate in staff development and school improvement activities in order to maintain professional growth. Plan and incorporate best practices or new strategies.

Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day such as orientation, open houses or conferences.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Description:
Perform functions to instruct students on established curriculum ensuring each individual is provided with the knowledge, proficiencies and experiences necessary to become successful contributing citizens in an ever-changing world. This is a full-timeposition. This position is split between Gombert and Patterson.

Job Summary:

Plan and instruct students on District and state standards aligned curriculum.

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations.

Enrich or modify lessons, curriculum, materials and resources as needed to meet individual student's needs and varying levels of progress.

Conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress. Administer standardized assessments as directed. Interpret student assessment data for application of instructional methods and monitoring of student progress.

Review student progress via assessments, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies to ensure student success and growth.

Communicate both verbally and in writing with parents and students on progress.

Meet regularly and work collaboratively with other grade level or departmental teachers and support teachers to plan instruction across classrooms and to incorporate lessons across subjects.

Meet regularly with support teachers, teacher assistants and specialists to discuss individual student's modifications or adaptations, ongoing learning issues, interventions or problems. Work collaboratively to ensure individual student's needs met.

Assign work, instructions or lessons to student teachers and/or volunteers. Assess work, modify and provide regular feedback.

Actively participate on various building and District teams or committees. Provide feedback and act as liaison to other building staff.

Set clear expectations for class and manage classroom and school environment applying positive behavior supports and interventions as needed.

Collaborate with other staff in planning, modifying, enhancing and implementing curriculum and school and district objectives.

Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment. Act as role model by encouraging appropriate behaviors that lead to social, emotional and physical development.

Enforce and support school policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.

Participate in staff development and school improvement activities in order to maintain professional growth. Plan and incorporate best practices or new strategies.

Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day such as orientation, open houses or conferences.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:The qualified candidate will have a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a Music (K-12) or K-9 self-contained endorsement. Candidates with music experience working with elementary age students preferred.
Rate of pay:Salary is commensurate with education and experience. 25-26 Teacher Salary Schedule can be found here:IPEA 2025-2026 Salary & Stipend Schedule
Benefits: Benefits as described in the IPEA contract can be found here:IPEA Contract 2022-26
Working Conditions: Elementaryschool.
Selection Procedure:Qualified candidates will be contacted by the appropriate building administrator.