Music Teacher (Elementary)

School City of East Chicago; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

School City of East Chicago is seeking a Music Teacher for Choir & Band at Abraham Lincoln Elementary. The role involves creating a flexible music program, guiding students in choral and band activities, and fostering growth through engaging lessons and performances.

The teacher will plan and assess instruction, communicate with families, and collaborate with staff to support students with diverse needs. Indiana certification and a BA in music education are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a field related to music education.
• Indiana teaching certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in music and choral/band skills.
• Develops lesson plans and adapts curriculum to student needs.
• Establishes effective rapport with pupils and parents.

Skills

Music instruction

Choral skills

Band instruction

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree

Tools

Skyward

Job description

October 13, 2026

School City of East Chicago

2026-2027 School Year

Position

Music Teacher(s) – Choir & Band (Abraham Lincoln Elementary)

Reports to

Principal(s)

Job Description

To work in school and community settings, instructing students in the principles of music and choral skills.Music teacher supervises and assist students.Create a flexible elementary/secondary music program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitude and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary/secondary grade education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors of Arts Degree
• Valid Indiana Teaching Certification

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assure compliance with all State Department laws and all Board of Education policies and regulations of the Superintendent relating to teaching.
2. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
3. Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
4. Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
5. Assess and modify instruction for students not mastering state and local standards.
6. Determine accommodations and methods of teaching and grading a student’s progress.
7. Provide consultation to colleagues when needed
8. Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
9. Established and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
10. Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
11. Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
12. Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
13. Plans and coordinates music performances at building level.
14. Experience in Skyward student management.
15. Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
16. Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays interest centers and exhibits of student’s work.
17. Collaborate with teachers serving students with disabilities: co-planning, team teaching
18. Share resources for the benefit of each child.
19. Performs other related duties, as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school district.

Salary

• Commensurate with Experience and Education
• Competitive Package Provided

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The Teacher will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or appropriate administrator. School City of East Chicago reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time.

Benefits

Full Benefits Package including Dental, Vision and Retirement