K-3 Elementary Music Teacher - Engage & Inspire

Battle Creek Public Schools; Urbandale (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home purchase assistance up to $20k

Job summary

Battle Creek Public Schools is seeking a K-3 Elementary Music Teacher for LaMora Park Elem/Northwestern Academy of Visual and Performing Arts. The role requires Michigan Certification with Music Education endorsement (JX/JQ) and a commitment to high-quality instruction for diverse learners.

The district emphasizes experiential and accelerated curricula, with robust PD opportunities and competitive compensation including home purchase assistance up to $20k.

Qualifications

• Must hold Michigan Department of Education Certification with Music Education endorsement (JX or JQ).
• Experience with diverse learners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning aligned with district philosophy.
• Align curriculum, instruction, and assessment to maximize student learning.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Use ongoing formative assessments and provide timely feedback to students.
• Collaborate in Professional Learning Communities to plan standards and assessments.
• Maintain student safety, conduct, and health under supervision.
• Maintain the physical upkeep of classroom and equipment.
• Contribute to district instructional goals through planning and instruction.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Music Education

Differentiated Instruction

Assessment & Data use

PLC Collaboration

Education

Michigan Certification (Music Education)

Job description

Battle Creek Public Schools is seeking a K-3 Elementary Music Teacher for LaMora Park Elem/Northwestern Academy of Visual and Performing Arts. The role requires Michigan Certification with Music Education endorsement (JX/JQ) and a commitment to high-quality instruction for diverse learners.

The district emphasizes experiential and accelerated curricula, with robust PD opportunities and competitive compensation including home purchase assistance up to $20k.