Vocal Music, Elementary

Wichita-Public-Schools; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Taleo is seeking an Elementary Vocal Music Teacher to join USD 259 for the 2026-2027 school year in Wichita, Kansas. The role involves developing students' understanding and appreciation of music, including listening to diverse genres, with supervision by the school principal.

You will plan lessons, coordinate rehearsals, assess progress, and communicate with families while maintaining records and adhering to district policies.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Vocal Music Teacher is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in music or education.
• Successful prior teaching experience preferred.
• Valid Kansas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers music education curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Promotes safe, student-centered learning environments.
• Organizes balanced programs and time for practice and instruction.
• Assesses student progress and adapts teaching methods.
• Directs rehearsals and performances outside classroom.
• Keeps records of student activities and attendance.
• Engages parents and encourages involvement.
• Coordinates with staff and participates in committees.

Skills

Teaching methods

Student assessment

Differentiated instruction

Communication with students/parents

Classroom management

Plan and coordinate rehearsals

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description - Vocal Music, Elementary (2026-2027 School Year) (14455)

Vocal Music, Elementary (2026-2027 School Year) - ( 14455 )

Job Title: Vocal Music Teacher

Position Function: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' understanding, appreciation of the art of music, including listening a wide range of musical genre, periods and styles. To identify, promote and develop each student's talents in vocal and instrumental musical expression.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
• Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during practice, rehearsal and performances.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.

Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel: Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Works in standard office and school building environments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Interrelations:

• Heavy contact with staff and students. Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy. Must exhibit a professional manner and maintain a positive attitude with all students and colleagues.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position.

Qualification Profile:

• Certification as a Vocal Music Teacher required
• Valid Kansas Driver's License
• Bachelor's Degree required
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.