Music Teacher (Mariachi)

GADSDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #32; San Luis (AZ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,360; Full time

Job summary

GADSDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #32 is seeking a Music Teacher specialized in Mariachi for the 2026/2027 Fiscal Year. The selected candidate will support students in developing theatrical skills and managing classroom activities effectively.

Responsibilities encompass lesson planning, student assessment, and collaboration with educational staff and parents. A Bachelor's degree and Arizona Teaching Certificate are preferred. The position offers a salary range of $47,000 to $62,360 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Job related experience is required.
• Clearance from IVP Fingerprint is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans and deliver instructions.
• Monitor students in various educational environments.
• Assess student progress and communicate with parents.
• Collaborate with other teachers and school personnel.

Skills

Adapting materials for varying skill levels

Student assessment

Classroom management

Collaboration with staff and parents

Instruction in drama and theater

Education

Bachelor's degree in job-related area

AZ Teaching Certificate

Job description

Music Teacher (Mariachi) – District-Wide

2026/2027 Fiscal Year

Purpose Statement

The job of Fine Arts Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for developing students' theatrical skills; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

Essential Functions

• Adapts dramatic materials and methods for the purpose of providing assignments appropriate to the varying levels of students' skills.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals (e.g. dramatic skills and abilities, etc.) for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources (e.g. Core curriculum, community activities, etc.) for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addressing individual student requirements.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their knowledge and skills in drama and theater.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, community locations, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. cluster meetings, peer motivation, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code and school policies.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, outside agencies, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
• Supports classroom teachers (e.g. core curriculum, reading, math, etc.) for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.

Experience: Job related experience is required.

Education: Bachelor's degree in job-related area (Preferred).

Clearances: IVP (Identity Verified Print) Fingerprint Clearance Card

Certificates and Licenses: AZ Teaching Certificate/Highly Qualified Certification

Salary Range: $47,000-$62,360

(187/182 Days Position)