Long Term Substitute Elementary Music Teacher

Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools in Sioux Falls, SD invites applications for a full-time music teacher at St. Lambert and Holy Spirit Elementary Schools.

The role supports Gospel values, faith, and academic excellence through engaging music instruction. Responsibilities include planning lessons, delivering instruction, directing the liturgical choir, providing music ministry at Mass, preparing performances, and assessing student progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in K-12 music education from an accredited institution.
• State certification with K-12 vocal music authorization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with high energy.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
• Develop schemes of work and lesson plans that adhere to system curriculum maps
• Observe, monitor and evaluate student progress and performance
• Direct the liturgical choir; provide music ministry at Mass as assigned
• Conduct rehearsals and performances demonstrating understanding of different music styles
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Self-motivation

High energy

Technology literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in K-12 music education

State certification with K-12 vocal music authorization

Catholic liturgy understanding

Job description

We need you to share your talents and skills with our students!

The Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools has a wonderful opportunity to join our family at St. Lambert and Holy Spirit Elementary School as a music teacher.

Our Mission desires “to form a community of faith and learning by promoting a Catholic way of life through Gospel values and academic excellence.” We are seeking an individual who will exhibit the Core Values of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity.

Location:

Holy Spirit and St. Lambert Elementary Schools

Job Description:

• Promote the mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools
• Model in word and action the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
• Develop schemes of work and lesson plans that adhere to system curriculum maps
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
• Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs
• Use relevant technology to support instruction
• Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
• Observe, monitor and evaluate student’s progress and performance
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, assignments and enter grades on line
• Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
• Provide student supervision and discipline
• Uphold professionalism and confidentiality
• Conducts rehearsals and performances demonstrating understanding of differences in style among various types of music.
• Provide music ministry at Mass, as assigned by school
• Work to produce performances of high musical quality for the school and community in which groups are well-disciplined and make a good appearance
• Christmas Concert and/or Spring Concert as assigned by schoolProvide opportunities to participate in school, local and regional competitions, contests and events
• Direct the liturgical choir, including rehearsals and performances, as assigned by school
• Selects and places purchase orders for required music, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Member of the South Dakota Music Education Association (SDMEA)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree or higher in K-12 music education from an accredited institution
• State certification with K-12 vocal music authorization
• Exhibit the core values of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity
• Piano proficiency and/or other instruments preferred
• General understanding of Catholic liturgy of the Mass
• Knowledge of relevant technology
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Good problem solving and decision making skills
• Self-motivated with high energy

Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools is a Preschool-12 school system. Our elementary schools, junior high and high school exemplify Gospel values, strong student achievement and community service.