Careers at Westlake Academy

Job Title: Pool Candidate for Music Teacher                                     Wage/ Status: Exempt

Department: Middle School/High School                                         HR Revised: January 2025

Job Type: Candidate Pool

Westlake Academy is a K-12 open-enrollment public charter school operated by the Town of Westlake, Texas. The Academy is committed to academic excellence and global-mindedness through its International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. The school fosters a culture of inquiry, collaboration, and innovation to develop well-rounded students prepared for leadership roles in a dynamic and interconnected world.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Westlake Academy is seeking qualified and enthusiastic candidates to join its pool of Music teachers for middle and high school levels. Candidates in this pool will be considered for future teaching opportunities as positions for the 2025-2026 school year. Faculty members are expected to uphold the principles of the IB curriculum while fostering a rigorous, engaging, and student-centered learning environment.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

Priority will be given to applicants who possess:

• Master’s degree in Music, Education, or related field
• Knowledge of International Baccalaureate (IB) programs
• 1-3 years of experience in an IB World School
• IBEN Member

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music, Education, or a related field
• State teaching certification or equivalent; IB training is highly
• Strong understanding of the IB philosophy and its emphasis on inquiry, international-mindedness, and academic rigor.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational
• Demonstrated ability to engage students in meaningful and innovative learning

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality lessons that align with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and/or Diploma Programme (DP) framework.
• Develop and implement student-centered, inquiry-based learning experiences that foster critical thinking, communication, and collaboration.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and align instruction with IB
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
• Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and support student
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge of IB philosophy and
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues to support student

OTHER DUTIES:

Other duties may be assigned at any time by the supervisor.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the direct supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 lbs.); may lift and move equipment; occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior.

Environment: Work inside, may work outside.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours.

DISCLAIMER:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,

responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees for this job.

Salary : $61,000