Music Teacher (Orchestra) 25/26 School Year (Probationary)

Lancaster Central School District; Village of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lancaster Central School District is seeking a dedicated 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade orchestra teacher to join their award-winning music program. The ideal candidate will create engaging lessons, manage classroom behavior, and collaborate with colleagues to promote student success. New York State certification is required for this position.

Qualifications

• New York State certification as a music teacher is required.
• Experience in creating and delivering lessons.
• Ability to individualize learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver lessons based on best practices.
• Manage student behavior and create a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff and participate in professional development.

Skills

Collaboration

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Student Evaluation

Cultural Competency

Education

New York State certification as a music teacher

Job description

The Lancaster Central School District is searching for an enthusiastic individual to serve our District in the music department. We are looking for a 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade orchestra teacher. We seek a candidate who is dedicated and willing to commit wholeheartedly to working with our young musicians. We are looking for an outstanding, innovative teacher who will work collaboratively with our administration, faculty, and music staff, and who will be an integral part of our instrumental music team. Our goal is to continue the high standards and successes of our award-winning music program and to help grow the vision shared by everyone in Lancaster, one of the top communities in America for music education.

• Create and deliver lessons grounded in researched best practices, current formative data, and specially designed instruction.
• Individualize learning experiences as appropriate, and create flexible groupings for learning experiences. Observe and evaluate students’ performance in meeting grade-level standards.
• Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans, making learning targets clear with students for each lesson as appropriate.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom with appropriate disciplinary techniques.
• Meet course, grade level, and district performance goals.
• Create a positive educational environment for students to learn, grow, and promote success for students of all abilities.
• Utilize a curriculum that reflects the diversity of educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students being served.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and stay abreast of current topics in education.
• Work collaboratively with administrators, department chairs, and colleagues to create a positive work environment that promotes student achievement.
• Develop and utilize various curriculum resources and participate in curriculum writing/modification sessions.

Interested applicants please apply through RecruitFront, see link below.

The Lancaster Central School District does not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, sex, race, creed, color, national origin, or handicap.

New York State certification as a music teacher is required.