What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Teacher Job at ROE in Libertyville position at ROE?
Position Type :
Elementary School Teaching / Music Teacher
Date Posted : 1 / 7 / 2025
Location : BJ Hooper School
Date Available : 08 / 11 / 2025
District :
Lake Villa School District #41
PURPOSE : Foster an appreciation of music as a vital part of general education. This includes teaching vocal and instrumental techniques, identifying and nurturing students’ musical talents, and developing their knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Professional Educator License (PEL)
Required Endorsement(s)
Student teaching and / or current experience in this area
REPORTS TO : Principal
SUPERVISES : N / A
FLSA STATUS : Exempt
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Teach skills in music appreciation, harmony, explorations in instrumental and / or choral music; utilizes the course of study adopted by the Board, which, as much as possible, meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
- Create a classroom environment conducive to learning, appropriate for the maturity and interests of students.
- Plan a balanced music program and organize daily class time to allow for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction within the allotted time.
- Provide individual and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
- Prepare detailed lesson plans for substitutes, ensuring continuity of learning, including critical student information.
- Utilize a repertoire of diverse music literature, including traditional and contemporary works, appropriate for students' ages and skill levels.
- Maintain control of the storage and use of school-owned property; make minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments and equipment as needed.
- Establish and maintain standards of student behavior necessary for an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.
- Evaluate each student’s musical growth and performance, assessing individual contributions to group performances.
- Plan, rehearse, and direct students in musical programs for school events, including monthly evening music performances.
- Select and requisition books, instructional aids, and supplies; maintain required inventory records and makes authorized purchases.
- Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and through self-selected professional growth activities.
- Communicate with parents and school counselors regarding student progress.
- Supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and / or transition times as assigned.
- Attend staff meetings and participate on committees as required.
- Perform other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by an administrator.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : 182 Days. Salary to be established by the Board of Education.
EVALUATION : Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Building Principal or Dean in accordance with provisions of Board policy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will continuously stand, and occasionally walk and sit and talk or hear. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to push or lift up to 25 lbs such as musical instruments. The employee frequently will use manual dexterity and or finger dexterity while performing the duties of this position.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read music or handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will frequently drive while performing the duties of this job. The employee will hear conversations in a quiet and noisy environment and have the ability to tell where a sound is coming from. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day and location.
SALARY AND BENEFITS :
Salary Schedule : 2024-2025 Salary Schedule
Payroll Schedule : Distributed over 26 periods, every other Friday
Health, Dental / Vision Benefits Information :
Health Benefits Options : 3200 HSA Plan ; 700 PPO Plan
Dental / Vision Benefits Summary
Health Insurance Premiums 2024-2025
Sick Day Allocation : 16 days total, with up to 3 days available for personal use
Life Insurance : $50,000
Pension System : Teacher Retirement System
Tuition Reimbursement : $2,750 annually
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Salary : $2,750
