Secondary Music Teacher: Inspire Performance & Growth

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch ISD is seeking a Music Teacher to devise classroom experiences fostering students’ aesthetic growth and skills in musical performance. The role includes planning performances, coordinating with staff, and supporting district objectives.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas teaching certification with applicable exams completed, plus strong organization and communication abilities. The teacher will supervise extracurricular activities, maintain records, and ensure a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate or Teaching Certificate from out-of-state appropriate for position.
• Content exam and Science of Teaching Reading exam requirements met, if applicable.
• Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law.

Responsibilities

• Follow District curriculum relative to classroom instruction and District guidelines involving co-curricular activities.
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning through thoughtful and continuous planning supported by efficient organizational procedures.
• Plan public performance experiences, compatible with and supportive of classroom instructional objectives and in keeping with the District's standards for attainable excellence.
• Conduct any necessary after-school instruction to prepare individual students for participation in competitions, accompany students participating in these activities to the activity sites and other District approved music activities.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative regulations.
• Prepare and conduct the school musical.
• Cooperate with faculty and administration in supporting all school and District objectives through classroom as well as co-curricular activities.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of school district.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Keep Director of Performing Arts and Building Principal informed of all matters relating to the operation of the program.
• Pursue in-service or professional growth opportunities offering potential for expanding or improving music instruction.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills. Keep informed of and comply with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Maintain orderly budget accounts and music files; keep accurate records of equipment and uniform purchase/maintenance; keep consistent check on the calendar of events related to rehearsal/performance schedules and after-hours use of facilities.
• Attend regular District staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Performing Arts and/or Building Principal.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate or out-of-state equivalent

Content exam and Reading exam requirements met, if applicable

Certification must meet state/federal requirements

Job description

Spring Branch ISD is seeking a Music Teacher to devise classroom experiences fostering students’ aesthetic growth and skills in musical performance. The role includes planning performances, coordinating with staff, and supporting district objectives.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas teaching certification with applicable exams completed, plus strong organization and communication abilities. The teacher will supervise extracurricular activities, maintain records, and ensure a