What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Teacher - Ellison - 2025-2026 position at ELLISON?
Qualifications:
Required: Bachelor's Degree with a valid Missouri Teaching Certificate.
Preferred: Previous experience.
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Schedule: Per Approved Teacher Salary Schedule
Direct Report: Building Principal and/or Advisor of Fine Arts
Terms of Employment: 9 Month
Eligible for emergency telework: Yes
Purpose: To develop in each pupil an appreciation of music as part of general culture; to teach techniques of vocal music expression; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of music; to develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music.
Essential Job Functions:
- Attend work in a regular, reliable and punctual manner.
- To "telework" when requested by the District.
- Plans a balanced music program, and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
- Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.
- Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals and musical performances.
- Evaluates each pupil's musical growth and performance, assessing each individual's contribution to the performance of the group.
- Plans, rehearses and directs pupils in musical programs for school and community.
- Selects and requisitions books, musical instruments and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
- Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.
- Cooperates with the school administration in providing musical programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies and civic functions.
- Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
- Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities.
- Maintains professional competence through in-service education provided by the district, and in self-selected professional growth activities related to music.
- Other assigned duties.
Employee Behavior and Conduct:
District employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact, both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.
EOE
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