Marion Junior High School Music Teacher

Marion Community Unit School District 2; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion Community Unit School District 2 in Marion, IL invites a licensed general music teacher for middle school grades 6-8. The successful candidate will develop literacy in music, teach piano or basic instruments, vocal technique, and direct school choirs.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate curricula, directing rehearsals, coordinating performances, managing music resources, and collaborating with staff and families to foster student growth and a lifelong appreciation for the

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Professional Educator License with a Music Endorsement for grades 6-8.
• Knowledge of state standards and effective teaching practices.
• Strong classroom management and positive student relationships.

Responsibilities

• General Music Instruction for middle school students.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate music curricula for middle school.
• Assess and monitor student musical growth and skill development.
• Choral directing and regular rehearsals with focus on pedagogy, tone, pitch and diction.
• Select appropriate choral literature and arrange performances.
• Provide piano/keyboard accompaniment or coordinate with accompanists.
• Organize school concerts, seasonal programs and community performances.
• Manage music resources, instruments and audio/visual equipment.
• Coordinate auditions, recruitment and family communications.
• Collaborate with staff and administration for events.

Skills

Music literacy

Choral directing

Student assessment

Education

PEL with Music Endorsement (Middle School 6-8)

Tools

Piano accompaniment

Audio/visual equipment

Job description

The successful candidate would be responsible for effective general music instruction of middle school students. Candidate must possess a Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Music Endorsement for Middle School Grades 6-8. In addition, candidate must be knowledgeable of Music standards, effective teaching practices and positive student management techniques that ensure student growth.

Job Overview & Purpose

The instructor develops students’ general music literacy, piano or basic instrument skills, and vocal techniques while directing school or community choirs. The goal is to foster a lifelong appreciation for music, build performance confidence, and create collaborative artistic experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• General Music Instruction:

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate general music curricula (such as rhythm, melody, movement, and keyboarding) for elementary or middle school classes.

• Assess and evaluate student musical growth and skill acquisition.

• Choral Directing & Rehearsals:

• Lead regular, structured choir rehearsals focusing on vocal pedagogy, tone, pitch, blend, and diction.

• Select appropriate, skill-level-matched choral literature and arrangements.

• Play piano or keyboard accompaniment during classes and rehearsals, or coordinate with accompanists.

• Performances & Events:

• Organize, plan, and direct school concerts, seasonal programs, assemblies, and community performances.

• Manage logistics, including venue setup, stage/audio equipment, and recital programs.

• Administrative & Resource Management:

• Maintain the music library, sheet music inventory, instruments, and audio/visual technology.

• Coordinate student recruitment, auditions, and communication with families.

• Collaborate with faculty members, administration, and support staff for school events.