What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Teacher - Music position at Jefferson Middle School?
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TITLE OF VACANCY: Vocal/Instrumental Music Teacher – Middle School |
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LOCATION: Jefferson Middle School |
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CONTRACT PERIOD: 180 Days |
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REPORTS TO: Building Principal
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Illinois PEL (Professional Educator’s License) endorsed in Middle School music
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establish a sound educational setting by maintaining a classroom climate conducive to learning and by utilizing available facilities and resources within the room
- Plan for individual student needs in structuring learning activities and the involvement of all students in the learning process
- Use objectivity in allowing student to express and hold personal feelings, attitudes and values promoting interactional skills
- Demonstrate teaching skills necessary to perform duties, including maintaining classroom control, utilizing appropriate techniques and being knowledgeable about subject matter
- Prepare for activities by having lessons, materials and supplies on hand an allowing proper allotment of time for planned activities
- Establish short and long range goals relevant to the student and content
- Establish appropriate evaluation techniques and show students how to analyze, evaluate and revise their own work
- Develop a fair and consistent classroom management plan and adhere to the District discipline code
- Communicate effectively with students, parents and staff
- Cooperate in carrying out school and district policies and regulations
- Be punctual and regular in attendance
- Provide students with performance opportunities in the community
- Build and maintain a relationship with feeder middle school choir programs
- Work with total staff to integrate music into other aspects of the curriculum
- Work with small ensembles for community or contest performances
- Work with individual students to develop their specific talent for festivals or contests
- Perform other duties as assigned
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APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM |
EFFECTIVE DATE: First contractual day of the 2025-2026 District 186 180-day calendar |
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SALARY and BENEFITS: In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement; Go to https://SEA_Certified_Salary_Schedule_24-25 to view the SEA Salary Schedule (the SEA Certified Salary Schedule for 25-26 is currently being reviewed/approved)
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HOW TO APPLY: go to https://www.sps186.org/page/human-resources and click on “Click here to view job
postings and apply” follow online instructions OR
Refer application and resume to:
Gina McLaughlin-Schurman
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
Springfield Public Schools District 186
3063 Fiat Avenue
Springfield, IL 62703
217-525-3006
