Position Title

Music Teacher Elementary - Strings

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

$46,439 - $52,886

Job Description

The West Seneca Central School District is seeking a full-time Music teacher to provide Instrumental (Strings) instruction for students at the elementary grade levels.  This position is a traveling position where the ideal candidate will teach orchestra and string lessons at three of our five elementary buildings.  The assignment is subject to change in the future. 

This is a probationary appointment with salary and benefits paid according to the West Seneca Teachers' Association's collective bargaining agreement.

The candidate must be able to demonstrate planning and preparation, instructional skills, effective classroom management and be motivated to engage in continuous professional learning.

A music teacher is responsible for creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing learning environment and for assisting every student in reaching his/her potential.  Teachers are responsible for the planning and preparation of their lessons; providing a safe classroom environment; leading effective instruction and participating in long-range planning which includes their own professional development.

Job Qualifications

Required Certification:  Music (Pre K-12)

Experience and Skills Preferred:

• Knowledge of teaching music in a differentiated format
• Ability to demonstrate and perform on string primary and secondary instrument(s)
• Experience with a variety of classroom management skills and behavior intervention programs
• Knowledge of program modifications, testing accommodations and supplementary aides
• Strong computer and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and work with other members of the department
• Instrumental (String) conducting experience preferred

Specialized Training	Working With Disabled/Medically Fragile Children Working With Children
Technology Literacy	Google Docs Google Apps for Education Promethean Boards and Smart Boards Microsoft Office

Job Category

Teacher

Job Location

Travel Position

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