General Music Teacher
Allentown, PA Allentown, PA Full-time Full-time $44,000 - $46,000 a year $44,000 - $46,000 a year The mission of AAECS, a model for arts-integrated education, supports all students attaining high academic achievement and artistic expression by enriching their standards-based elementary experience using a palette of arts-infused curriculum, as a foundation for their future growth.
General Music Teacher Responsibilities and Duties Preparation and Planning ? Teaches skills in music understanding, appreciation, harmony and exploration in music.
? Plans and executes a balanced music program and organizes class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
? Encourages students to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible.
? Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students.
? Maintains care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments and equipment to prevent loss or abuse.
? Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
? Develops goals that incorporate a variety of cultural influences and elements from traditional and contemporary styles of music to engage all students.
? Exhibits an in-depth and thorough awareness of resources, materials and technology available through the school and professional organizations.
? Collaborates with the Music Department to design instruction that includes a sequential balance of content and skills for students of all ability levels from kindergarten through fifth grade.
Classroom Environment ? Establishes high and clear expectations for student achievement.
? Motivates participation of all students, regardless of talent, experience or perceived ability.
? Demonstrates appropriate and highly respectful interactions between teacher and students and among students.
? Organizes storage areas and control use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or abuse, ? and to minimize time required for distribution and collection.
? Creates and maintains an effective, engaging, and safe learning environment.
? Maintains clear standards of conduct and effective management of student behavior.
? Provides safe and skillful organization of physical space, to the extent it is under the control of the teacher that provides accessibility to learning and to the use of resources.
? Demonstrates knowledge and appreciation of the culture and language of all students.
Instruction ? Clearly and appropriately communicates music objectives.
? Creates a high level of student engagement in learning and pacing of music instruction.
? Provides equitable, accurate and constructive feedback to students on their learning.
? Evaluates students' musical growth, performance, and musical understanding.
? Monitors and reports student progress using performance-based assessments.
? Displays a high degree of flexibility and responsiveness in meeting the learning needs of students.
? Designs instruction and activities that are inclusive for students of all art abilities.
Professional Responsibilities ? Demonstrates full adherence to school policies and procedures and Pennsylvania's Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.
Arts Academy Elementary Charter School 601 W.
Union St.
Allentown PA 18101 Phone:
610-841-4560 Fax:
610-841-4571 ? Maintains accurate and complete records in compliance with school requirements.
? Maintains frequent, timely and appropriate communication with students, families, faculty and administration.
? Actively participates in professional development activities.
? Collaborates with the arts team in producing student musical performances for in-school, after-school and community events, including the end of year musical for 4th and 5th grade students.
? Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal or designee.
Physical Demands and Evaluation ? The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teacher to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is regularly required to talk or hear.
The teacher is frequently required to walk, climb stairs, and bend.
The teacher is required to use hands to fingers or handle documents, telephone, etc.
The teacher is occasionally required to stand; sit, and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
? The person filling this position will be evaluated according to the teacher evaluation procedures adopted by Arts Academy Elementary Charter School.
Reports to:
Principal Job Qualifications ? Bachelor's Degree in Music Education (Pre-K-12) required.
? Valid PA Music Teacher Certification required.
? Experience teaching visual arts to elementary-aged students is preferred.
? Experience teaching or working with students from diverse backgrounds is preferred.
This is a Full-Time, 10 month position offering a comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
Salary:
$44,000 w/Bachelor's Degree; $46,000 w/Master's Degree Professional references are required.
The following clearances and documents will be required prior to the first day of employment, to be obtained at the cost of the applicant.
Failure to provide these clearances and documents within a reasonable time frame will result in withdrawal of job offer.
? Act 151:
Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance ? PA State Police Request for Criminal Records Check ? Act 114:
Federal Criminal History Record Information ? Act 24:
Reporting Arrests and Convictions ? Act 168:
Employment History Review (no fee) ? Physical Examination completed within one year on the PA State Standard form.
? TB test results completed within 3 months by a doctor on the PA State Standard form.
? Act 31:
Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter Training Please visit our website and apply online at:
https:
//www.
artsacademyecs.
org/ Arts Academy Elementary Charter School 601 W.
Union St.
Allentown PA 18101 Phone:
610-841-4560 Fax:
610-841-4571 Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$44,000.
00 - $46,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate:
Allentown, PA 18101:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Teaching:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
General Music Teacher Responsibilities and Duties Preparation and Planning ? Teaches skills in music understanding, appreciation, harmony and exploration in music.
? Plans and executes a balanced music program and organizes class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
? Encourages students to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible.
? Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students.
? Maintains care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments and equipment to prevent loss or abuse.
? Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
? Develops goals that incorporate a variety of cultural influences and elements from traditional and contemporary styles of music to engage all students.
? Exhibits an in-depth and thorough awareness of resources, materials and technology available through the school and professional organizations.
? Collaborates with the Music Department to design instruction that includes a sequential balance of content and skills for students of all ability levels from kindergarten through fifth grade.
Classroom Environment ? Establishes high and clear expectations for student achievement.
? Motivates participation of all students, regardless of talent, experience or perceived ability.
? Demonstrates appropriate and highly respectful interactions between teacher and students and among students.
? Organizes storage areas and control use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or abuse, ? and to minimize time required for distribution and collection.
? Creates and maintains an effective, engaging, and safe learning environment.
? Maintains clear standards of conduct and effective management of student behavior.
? Provides safe and skillful organization of physical space, to the extent it is under the control of the teacher that provides accessibility to learning and to the use of resources.
? Demonstrates knowledge and appreciation of the culture and language of all students.
Instruction ? Clearly and appropriately communicates music objectives.
? Creates a high level of student engagement in learning and pacing of music instruction.
? Provides equitable, accurate and constructive feedback to students on their learning.
? Evaluates students' musical growth, performance, and musical understanding.
? Monitors and reports student progress using performance-based assessments.
? Displays a high degree of flexibility and responsiveness in meeting the learning needs of students.
? Designs instruction and activities that are inclusive for students of all art abilities.
Professional Responsibilities ? Demonstrates full adherence to school policies and procedures and Pennsylvania's Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.
Arts Academy Elementary Charter School 601 W.
Union St.
Allentown PA 18101 Phone:
610-841-4560 Fax:
610-841-4571 ? Maintains accurate and complete records in compliance with school requirements.
? Maintains frequent, timely and appropriate communication with students, families, faculty and administration.
? Actively participates in professional development activities.
? Collaborates with the arts team in producing student musical performances for in-school, after-school and community events, including the end of year musical for 4th and 5th grade students.
? Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal or designee.
Physical Demands and Evaluation ? The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teacher to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is regularly required to talk or hear.
The teacher is frequently required to walk, climb stairs, and bend.
The teacher is required to use hands to fingers or handle documents, telephone, etc.
The teacher is occasionally required to stand; sit, and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
? The person filling this position will be evaluated according to the teacher evaluation procedures adopted by Arts Academy Elementary Charter School.
Reports to:
Principal Job Qualifications ? Bachelor's Degree in Music Education (Pre-K-12) required.
? Valid PA Music Teacher Certification required.
? Experience teaching visual arts to elementary-aged students is preferred.
? Experience teaching or working with students from diverse backgrounds is preferred.
This is a Full-Time, 10 month position offering a comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
Salary:
$44,000 w/Bachelor's Degree; $46,000 w/Master's Degree Professional references are required.
The following clearances and documents will be required prior to the first day of employment, to be obtained at the cost of the applicant.
Failure to provide these clearances and documents within a reasonable time frame will result in withdrawal of job offer.
? Act 151:
Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance ? PA State Police Request for Criminal Records Check ? Act 114:
Federal Criminal History Record Information ? Act 24:
Reporting Arrests and Convictions ? Act 168:
Employment History Review (no fee) ? Physical Examination completed within one year on the PA State Standard form.
? TB test results completed within 3 months by a doctor on the PA State Standard form.
? Act 31:
Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter Training Please visit our website and apply online at:
https:
//www.
artsacademyecs.
org/ Arts Academy Elementary Charter School 601 W.
Union St.
Allentown PA 18101 Phone:
610-841-4560 Fax:
610-841-4571 Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$44,000.
00 - $46,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate:
Allentown, PA 18101:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Teaching:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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