Classroom Teacher / Music

Job Description:

Come be a part of a true community as an educator in Plainville!

Preferred: Experience in teaching elementary band and instrumental music.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in curriculum and instruction tailored to music education, possess the ability to establish strong connections with students and families, collaborate effectively within a team, excel in classroom management with small and large student groups, and possess a passion for music and joy of teaching. Responsibilities include working across multiple elementary school buildings, teaching instrumental music lessons to small groups and ensembles, leading and directing elementary bands, creating lesson schedules in collaboration with classroom teachers and administrators, organizing school music events and concerts, and collaborating with fine arts colleagues across the district. Exceptional interpersonal skills, professionalism, integrity, flexibility, creativity and a sense of humor are essential.

Bachelor's Degree and Connecticut certification (including K-5) are mandatory. Salary details are available in the Teachers Union Contract on our website: www.plainvilleschools.org.

Application Procedure:

Submit online application, attach cover letter, resume, 3 letters of recommendation, transcripts and certification.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS:

A letter of interest and internal application are required (resume, 3 letters of recommendation, transcripts and certification are required if not already on file). Internal applications can be accessed through www.plainvilleschools.org. Click "Employment Opportunities" and then the "Internal Applicants Only" section.

Please check off the specific position for which you are applying. Please make sure to "check" the box indicating that you are currently an employee (on page 1 of the internal application).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Plainville Board of Education that no persons shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program including employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or veteran status. Any complaint should be brought to the attention of the building principal or the Title IX Coordinator, Mr. David Levenduski, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, 860-793-3210, ext. 6104.