TEACHER-MUSIC GENERAL ELEMENTARY

Broward County Public Schools; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools at Westwood Heights Elementary in Davie, Florida is seeking a Teacher-Music General Elementary to foster a vibrant classroom where students explore rhythm, melody, and creativity. The role emphasizes aligning instruction with Florida standards and using assessment to measure progress.

The ideal candidate holds Florida certification, is adept with technology in the music classroom, collaborates with staff and families, and creates an engaging, equitable learning

Qualifications

• Appropriate Florida certification for teaching.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Assessment: Use strategies aligned with curriculum and standards to support student growth.
• Communication: Interact effectively with students, parents, and stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: Engage in ongoing professional quality improvement.
• Technology: Integrate appropriate technology in teaching and learning.
• Planning: Plan, align, implement, and evaluate instruction and assessment.
• Role of the Teacher: Collaborate with peers, parents, and community for student success.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

Florida certification

Job description

TEACHER-MUSIC GENERAL ELEMENTARY

Broward County Public Schools WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY - Davie, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5923168

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION GOAL

To create and maintain a classroom atmosphere that generates high expectations and enthusiasm for learning by infusing critical thinking skills, application skills, interpersonal skills, and technology into an aligned curriculum and assessment process, resulting in measurable student achievement gains for all students in order to meet district and state standards.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

The Teacher shall carry out the performance responsibilities listed below:

Assessment

• Use assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) which are aligned with the curriculum and standards to assist in the continuous development of the learner.

Communication

• Use effective communication techniques with students, parents, and all other stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement

• Engage in planned continuous professional quality improvement for self and school.

Critical Thinking

• Use appropriate techniques and strategies which promote and enhance critical, creative, and evaluate thinking capabilities of students.

Diversity

• Use appropriate instructional strategies and materials that reflect each student's culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio-economic background.

Ethics and Regulations

• Fulfill the terms of any affected written contract and adhere to code of ethics and principles of professional conduct of the education profession in Florida and assist in the enforcement of all federal, state and district board regulations.

Human Development and Learning

• Use an understanding of learning and human development to provide a positive learning environment which supports the intellectual, personal, and social development of all students.

Knowledge Subject Matter

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.

Learning Environments

• Establish a classroom management system that maintains appropriate discipline and creates a positive learning environment in which students are actively engaged in learning, social interaction, cooperative learning, and self-motivation.

Planning

• Plan, align, implement, and evaluate effective instruction and assessment in a variety of learning environments.

Role of the Teacher

• Work with peers, parents, community, and other stakeholders in the continuous improvement of the educational experiences of students.

Technology

• Integrate appropriate technology in teaching and learning processes.

ESOL Requirement

• Complete the training and obtain the endorsement outlined in state board of education rules and/or guidelines if assigned Limited English Proficient (LEP) students.

Record Keeping

• Keep school records and prepare and submit such reports as may be required by law, by regulations of the State Board or School District.

Property

• Account for all other school property (keys, records, reports, personal computers, etc.) To the principal of the school or to the superintendent as may be prescribed by regulations of the state board and of The School Board of Broward County.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies.
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Appropriate State of Florida certification.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bilingual skills preferred.

LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION

To review the complete job description for this position access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 andsearch by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: JJ-010

LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOR

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Career and Technical Education > Music

Classroom Teacher > Music Education

Contact Information

• Talent Management
• 600 SE 3rd Ave
• Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301-3125
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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