Secondary - Teacher - Instrumental Music

Oklahoma City Public Schools; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a passionate Secondary Teacher for Instrumental Music. This role involves creating a flexible learning environment that fosters personal growth and academic success for students. The teacher will develop lesson plans, instruct pupils in music, and engage with parents and staff to support student development. The position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of students through music education, ensuring they acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for their future endeavors. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enriching the educational experience and making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required.
• Oklahoma Teaching Certification in Secondary Education needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach instrumental music using state-adopted curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans and provide individualized instruction.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.

Skills

Effective Communication

Relationship Building

Collaboration

Classroom Management

Instructional Planning

Education

Bachelor’s in Education

Oklahoma Teaching Certification

Job description

Position Type:

Fine Arts

Date Posted:

4/3/2025

Location:

District Wide

Job Title:

Secondary Teacher – Instrumental Music

Position Summary:

Creating a flexible program based on subject matter taught, and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establishing effective rapport with pupils; motivating pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for preparation for college, vocational school or acquiring employment, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; and establishing good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Essential Duties:

1. Teaches instrumental music to pupils in a classroom, using the course of study adopted by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and Oklahoma City’s Board of Education and any other appropriate learning activities.
2. Instruct 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 materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil with the identified objectives.
4. Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
5. Utilizes grading patterns that are fairly administered and based on identified criteria.
6. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Treat pupils with respect and dignity.
7. Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
8. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil’s progress and interpret the school program.
9. Interacts with pupils, staff and parents in a positive and professional manner.
10. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
11. Establish rapport with pupils and provides a pleasant, safe, and orderly climate conducive to learning.
12. Actively participate in full implementation of the OKCPS model for School Improvement.
13. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
14. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required):

1. Bachelor’s in education or a related field.
2. Oklahoma Teaching Certification in Secondary Education in subjects listed below or subjects or Alternative Teaching Certification as approved by Oklahoma State Department of Education.
3. Instrumental Music; Must meet Highly Qualified Requirements.
4. Must possess ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
5. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.
6. Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, demonstrate self-discipline and initiative, follow state and district guidelines.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

1. Must have adequate manual dexterity to write legibly and perform required duties on the computer.
2. Must have adequate visual acuity to read, interpret and transcribe written material and other required duties.
3. Requires normal range of hearing and clear speaking abilities to interact appropriately with others in person and on the telephone.
4. Requires some stooping, bending, stretching and occasional lifting not to exceed 50 pounds.
5. Sitting for prolonged periods of time.
6. May periodically require work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, under sometimes stressful conditions in order to meet business needs and strict deadlines.

Work Environment:

1. Office duties will be performed in a well-lighted, climate-controlled environment.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the supervisor or appropriate administrator. Oklahoma City Public Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change job duties as the need prevails. This document is for communication only and not intended to imply a written or implied contract of employment. The Board of Education and Superintendent may approve alternatives to the listed qualifications.