Elementary School Music Teacher
Glen Ellyn School District 41
- Glen Ellyn, IL
- Permanent
- Full-time
This teacher should be familiar with teaching music education to elementary students. Through the love for music and education, the ideal candidate would be able to then share this joy with their students.Responsibilities:
Helps students grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through a variety of planned music experiences which include singing, moving to music, playing of instruments, and listening and performs other duties directly related to this job description
- Teaches general music to students including but not limited to harmony, appreciation, and history
- Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students
- Differentiate music curriculum to meet the needs of the individual student and the student body
- Plans a balanced music program, and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time
- Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and music performances
- Evaluates each student's musical growth and contribution to the performance of the group that allows everyone to contribute
- Communicates clearly with parents and school faculty/staff on the progress of individual students
All applicants for this position are required to meet No Child Left Behind (NCLB) certification requirements that include a college degree with certification in music for K-8 schools. Experience with elementary grade students preferred. Excellent problem solving and human relations skills are expected.Application Procedure:
Applications are considered complete when all required materials are submitted including the following: 1) an on-line application for elementary school teaching - Music - Instrumental, 2) a letter of interest in the position, 3) unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts, and 4) three (3) recent letters of recommendation from past or current employment related to this position. The school district uses an on-line application that is available at www.ccsd89.org. All required documents should be attached to your on-line application. Certified Staff members currently employed in CCSD89, are only required to notify the building Principal and Assistant Superintendent for Learning of their interest in the position for consideration. A letter of interest in the position and a copy of your most recent resume will be considered a completed application. Internal candidates do not need to complete the on-line application or submit the documents required