Music Teacher-CHS

Required Qualifications

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with a music endorsement or ability to obtain one
• Knowledge of both instrumental (Concert Band and Jazz Band) and choral music preferred
• Ability to highlight student musicians in a variety of venues
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement a program of study following state standards that meet the
  individual needs and abilities of the students by providing effective, differentiated instruction using
  research-based practices
• Demonstrate ability to establish and implement, in a positive and supportive manner, classroom policies
  and procedures governing student behavior and conduct; provides guidance, counseling, and discipline to
  encourage students to meet standards of achievement and conduct; makes referrals for assistance where
  appropriate.
• Demonstrate the ability to integrate technology into the classroom
• Demonstrate ability to implement effective formative and summative assessment practices that promote
  student engagement and learning growth
• Demonstrate the ability to relate positively and productively with a variety of students, staff, and parents
• Demonstrate ability to articulate and implement teaching practices that develop the social and emotional
  intelligence of upper elementary and middle school students
• Demonstrate ability to productively collaborate with colleagues in a Professional Learning Community
  environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Commitment to participate in extracurricular activities
• Ability to teach Guitar, Choir, Mariachi band, History of Modern Music, and other courses as qualified for and
  needed

Personal Attributes

• Ability to inspire and motivate students
• Enthusiasm and passion for both music and helping students
• High moral and ethical standards
• High expectations for self and others
• Team player and highly collaborative

Submit certified application and additional application materials to Niki Clifford, HR Coordinator, niki.clifford@whitesalmonschools.org