TES Music Teacher

*During the interview, applicants will be required to (1) deliver a short 5-minute general music lesson to a pretend 3rd-grade class, and (2) perform one song using an instrument associated with band and/or orchestra.

COMPENSATION: Starting salary is $43,511
HOURS: Monday- Friday 40 hours per week
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
BENEFITS: As per District Policy
INCENTIVES: PGP, Summer Performance

Approximately 75% of the position will focus on music education and 25% on art instruction. Applicants must be able to teach band and/or orchestra and demonstrate competency in additional areas such as choir, ukulele, guitar, piano, or other musical disciplines.

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Appropriate Arizona teaching certificate, including SEI endorsement.
• Musical proficiency and knowledge of music education and Arizona State Music Standards.
• Experience or demonstrated competency in general music, choir, band, orchestra, or instrumental/vocal instruction.
• Effective classroom management, organizational, instructional, and communication skills.
• Ability to plan and coordinate student performances and extracurricular music opportunities.
• Ability to collaborate with students, staff, families, and district music educators.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Music Instruction and Program Development 

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based music instruction to students in grades 3�6.
• Develop students' musical knowledge and skills through singing, movement, listening, instruments, and performance.
• Differentiate instruction to meet varying student interests and abilities while maintaining a positive classroom environment.
• Develop and lead an after-school band and/or orchestra program.
• Organize at least one general music/grade-level choir performance and at least four band/orchestra performances annually.
• Maintain music equipment, instructional materials, and program resources.

2. Art Instruction

• Provide art instruction during approximately 25% of assigned instructional time, including school-wide participation in the Graham County Fair art exhibit.
• Develop lessons that introduce students to various artistic techniques, mediums, and creative expression, in accordance with Arizona State Standards for Art instruction. 3. General Teaching Responsibilities
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with Arizona State Standards and district expectations.
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Assess and communicate student progress as appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and district personnel to support student learning.
• Supervise students and maintain records in accordance with school and district policies.
• Participate in professional development and perform other duties as assigned. 

RELATED PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

1. Regular interaction with students and staff. 

2. Close vision and focusing requirements. 

3. Stooping, bending, climbing, turning, reaching, as necessary to access storage areas, file cabinets, etc. 

4. Lifting, maneuvering, placing loads (25-30 lb..) i.e., booklets, paper and supply items, A-V equipment, etc. 

5. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time, as in preparing/delivering instruction, assisting students, etc. 

6. Operating standard office machines. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 

Salary as determined by the Board of Education. Annual performance evaluation in accordance with Governing Board policy. The Thatcher Unified School District #4 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, race, color, sex, age, marital status, ethnicity, religion, gender or disability in its educational or employment opportunities. The information contained in this posting is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Supervisor and/or Superintendent.