Music Teacher

Duties

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To assume the responsibilities for instruction, classroom management, job duties, and professional involvement according to the School Code of Illinois, Board of Education Policies, and District contractual agreements.

QUALIFICATIONS:Applicants must possess the following qualifications.

ESSENTIALS DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans effectively for instruction; including maintenance of written plans which are consistent with District curriculum guidelines, developmental needs of students and accountability requirements.

• Employs a variety of instructional strategies and techniques which take into account individual student differences (learning styles, pace, motivation, interests, etc.) as well as the need for achievement of specified objectives.

• Communicates the purpose of lessons and relates instructions to both long and short term educational objectives.

• For Middle Grade Teacher (6-8), demonstrates a knowledge of the social, emotional, intellectual and physical characteristics of the middle school student.

• Communicates accurately and effectively with students, parents and other staff members.

• Assesses student progress formally and informally in an appropriate manner.

• Exhibits effective classroom management techniques which include: self-control, maintenance of an appropriate learning environment, fair and consistent treatment of students, maintenance of safety standards, tactful response to needs of students, etc.

• Encourages the development of students which equals self-esteem.

• Maintains accurate and timely records as required by law, Board policies and administrative guidelines.

• Follows building and District rules, procedures and policies.

• Demonstrates a willingness to participate collaboratively in building, professional and District-level committees.

• Is punctual in reporting for job assignments as well as faculty and parent meetings.

• Performs all duties specific to the position listed in the contractual agreement for classroom teacher, librarian, school social worker, counselor, school nurse, psychologist and speech/language clinician.

• Performs other reasonable duties as assigned during the normal work day/year or in cases of emergency.

Salary/Benefits

Starting at $40,952.40 but depends on Education and Experience

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://skyward.iscorp.com/AltonCMTYSD11ILBus/ApplicantTracking/JobPostingExternal/ViewJobPostings

Email Address

kkinder@altonschools.org

School District

www.altonschools.org

Position Website

https://skyward.iscorp.com/AltonCMTYSD11ILBus/ApplicantTracking/JobPostingExternal/ViewJobPostings

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

4/11/2024

Application Deadline

8/9/2024

Start Date

8/12/2024