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Music Teacher

Woodland School District 50 Gurnee, IL

Days Posted: 22 days

Experience Level:Not Specified

Employment Type:Not Specified

Pay Range: $11.42/hr - $25.78/hr (Estimated)

Music Teacher JobID: 2653 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Music - General Date Posted: 5/11/2025 Location: Woodland Primary School Date Available: 08/18/2025 Closing Date: When filled &nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide ___ Position Title: MusicTeacher Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in the posting. Only completed/submitted online applications with supporting documents will be screened. Position Type: Certified Teaching Date Posted: May 11, 2025 Location: Woodland Primary School Date Available: August 18, 2025 plus six days New Staff Orientation August 6 - 14, 2025 QUALIFICATIONS: <ol> <li>License: </li></ol> A. Required - Professional Educator License with Music Endorsement PreK - KG <ol start="2"> <li>Education: </li></ol> A. Required - Bachelor's Degree <ol start="3"> <li>Experience </li></ol> A. Required: Teaching experience in Music Education PreK - KG B. Preferred: 3-5 years teaching experience working with Pre-K at-risk and special education students in a public school Pre-K setting. ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul> <li>Has command of the subject matter an effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI) </li><li>Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students </li><li>Adheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff Handbook </li><li>Contributes and models positive school climate trough the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) program </li><li>Orders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraints </li><li>Works cooperatively with other music and band teachers in planning a balanced music education program that includes drama, rhythm, dance, singing, and playing instruments </li><li>Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs </li><li>Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property; keeps equipment in good working condition, is responsible for all equipment as well as manages repair of equipment </li><li>Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, productive environment </li><li>Evaluates and maintains appropriate records including student attendance, student performance, knowledge, skills, and grades </li><li>Meets and instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times assigned </li><li>Collaborates as needed with appropriate school personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions </li><li>Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progress </li><li>Posts grades regularly to district-approved student information system/grade book </li><li>Actively supervises students while in the classroom, hallway, special events, and performances as needed </li><li>Attends and participates in team, department, faculty meetings, and professional development </li><li>Keeps up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to meet the needs of all students </li><li>Adheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality </li><li>Performs other such duties and assumes other such responsibilities as may be assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principal </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: <ul> <li>Planning and Preparation - Responsible for demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students learning. </li><li>Classroom Environment - Responsible for creating an environment of respect and establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages student's behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space. </li><li>Instruction - Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness. </li><li>Professional Responsibility - Reflects on teaching, must maintain accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism. </li><li>Must have an understanding of early childhood development and an understanding of special education guidelines. </li></ul> Technical: Must be able to utilized the online IEP/504 system, using a white board/smartboard, iPads with various apps, online assessment tools, Microsoft Office and Google programs, and district email/voicemail systems. Interpersonal: Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people. Must have strong organizational skills. DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES: <ul> <li>Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community. </li><li>Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity. </li><li>Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students. </li><li>Understanding that your identity may be different than students, parents, and staff, you are willing to put those differences aside for the success of all students. </li><li>Regardless of the identities of students, staff, or parents, works collaboratively to build a successful relationship with them. </li><li>Willingly anticipate, identify and adopt change. </li><li>Engage in all job-related interactions and activities, with contacts from within and outside the District, in a courteous and professional manner. </li><li>Communicate with styles that are approachable and respectful. </li><li>Participate in professional development and training to become more effective and efficient. </li><li>Take initiative to manage multiple tasks. </li><li>Effectively organize work to be as productive as possible. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance. Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials, supplies, physical intervention if necessary for the safety of students but not for sustained periods. Working Conditions: Some exposure to definitely disagreeable elements may exist, including outdoor activities. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time, 180 days per year; 7:25 AM - 3:00 PM SALARY RANGE: BA / Step 1: $42,199 - MA+45 Step 8: $59,249 (Based on experience and education as defind in the Collective Bargaining Agreement) HOW TO APPLY: Internal applicants should apply online and attach a resume to the online application. External applicants should apply online and attach three letters of recommendations and resume to the online application at www.dist50.net. All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Further information regarding this position may be obtained by contacting: CONTACT PERSON: Tiffany Myers Assistant Principal / Special Education Supervisor tmyers@dist50.net (847) 984-8706 Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories. The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services (847-596-5631) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the District's Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources (847-596-5640) answers questions concerning employment discrimination. EP1-FY26-2653

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