Music Teacher K-8

Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship is seeking a dedicated Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. The role involves teaching music, planning programs, and fostering student growth in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background and a commitment to innovative teaching methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Education required.
• Active PA PK-12 Music Education certification required.

Responsibilities

• Teaches skills in music appreciation and instrumental music.
• Plans balanced music program and organizes daily class time.
• Evaluates each student's musical growth and performance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Education

Active PA PK-12 Music Education certification

Job description

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As our organization grows, PHCSE seeks applications for a Music Teacher position for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. The Classroom Teacher plans, organizes, and implements an appropriate instructional program to guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their full academic potential. Our curriculum aligns with our school's mission, vision, and values while also meeting state and national academic standards. Teachers at our school are strongly encouraged to engage in professional development and leadership opportunities in our collaborative, team-oriented staff environment.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Education is required
• Active PA PK-12 Music Education certification is required
• Extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania State Standards and Common Core
• Experience in teaching a non-basal curriculum
• Equal Opportunity Employer.

Competencies

• Superior interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and coordinate actions with Principal, leadership team, parents, students, and other staff and, if applicable, third-party vendors/contractors
• Consultation and coaching skills
• Critical evaluation skills
• Ethical practice
• Documentation
• Flexibility & Responsiveness
• Leadership skills
• Presentation skills
• Strict adherence to confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive information
• Attention to detail
• Ability to perform multiple assignments without immediate supervision
• Time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Able to perform basic arithmetic and use basic numeric concepts to perform job tasks
• Aptitude in using spreadsheet, word processing, email, database, and presentation software
• Commitment to entrepreneurial education and the associated values of resourcefulness, problem-solving, persistence, and innovation

Value Statement

WE believe in Soaring to Success by building strong Character, Academics, Relationships, and Entrepreneurs for a life of leadership!

Job Responsibilities

• Teaches skills in music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in music and in instrumental music
• Plans a balanced music program, and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time
• Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students
• Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required
• Evaluates each student's musical growth and performance, assessing each individual's contribution to the performance of the group
• Plans, rehearses, and directs students in musical programs for school and community
• Selects books, musical instruments, and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records
• Strong understanding and implementation of Pennsylvania State Standards
• Provide direct instruction to students
• Uses identified needs (based on data and observations) to guide the learning process toward student achievement
• Utilize Pennsylvania Value-Added Assessment System (PVAAS) projection data in conjunction with achievement data to ensure that students are on a path to proficiency and beyond
• Response to differentiation, and the implementation of accommodations, modifications, and interventions that enable students to be successful in all academic content standards
• Support student entrepreneurial endeavors as part of PHCSE Microsociety curriculum
• Design coherent instruction and student assessments
• Apply the rigor of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics content and the STEAM Standards of Practice

Classroom Responsibilities

• Classroom management utilizing a school-wide positive behavior support model
• Assists school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, to plan instruction, and/or to assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques. Assesses the accomplishments of students regularly and provides progress reports as required. Collaborates, as needed, with appropriate district/campus personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions.
• Problem solve to identify innovative, practical, and effective differentiation strategies to meet student learning needs
• Support the school-wide House System and the Essential 25 rules
• Follows and implements intervention plans or processes to provide service and support to students to meet school goals or intervention plan goals
• Assists Special Education Department with maintaining organization of special education files and student learning records
• Organize physical space that is conducive to learning
• Interdisciplinary approach to instruction
• Use of varied teaching strategies
• Use of questioning and discussion techniques

Meetings & Professional Development

• Team planning of unit lessons and grade level curriculum
• Periodic meetings with Curriculum Coordinator regarding scope and sequence and lesson planning
• Conducts or participates in parent conferences, telephone conferences, and other forms of professional communication
• Involvement in at least one C.A.R.E. alignment committee is required, plus additional committees/task-forces as needed
• Commitment to professional development