Position Title: Music Teacher

General Description: The Music Teacher is responsible for the content instruction, supervision and evaluation of all students within their teaching assignment and will work within board policies and state laws to develop each child to their fullest potential so that they will be an informed, competent, and responsible citizen capable of assuming a productive place in society.

Reports to: Principal

Duties and Responsibilities

· Responsible for the school show and the school choir.

· To develop and implement an instructional program within his/her classroom in a manner consistent with policies approved by the Board of Trustees and aligned state mandates.

· Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.

· Guides in the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives.

· Plan and carry out a program of study and classroom lessons that strives to meet the individual needs, interests, abilities of students.

· Organize and maintain a pleasant and stimulating classroom environment for learning which provides for individual differences.

· The ability to implement instruction and maintain an environment conducive to learning.

· Assists students to set and maintain standards and follow acceptable rules of behavior.

· Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and reports progress to parents and administration on a regular basis.

· The ability to adapt curriculum to meet the varying needs of all students, including students who extend learning beyond designated outcomes.

· Take adequate measures to insure the health, safety, and welfare of students.

· Continually appraise student progress using objective criteria for evaluation.

· Develop a working relationship with all members of the staff and other personnel assigned to the school.

· Be willing to participate in activities that increase one’s professional development.

· Maintain and update school records as required.

· Communicate student progress to their parents on a regular basis informing parents of progress and achievement.

· Complete all required paperwork and responsibilities in a timely manner adhering to all directives and timelines.

· Maintain ethical and professional behavior in working with school personnel and other agencies.

· Participates in decision making and sharing leadership functions within the frame work of this job description.

· The ability to effectively utilize available technologies.

· Take adequate measures to insure the health, safety, and welfare of students.

· Keep informed about school policies and procedures.

· Be punctual and maintain regular attendance at school and at prescribed meetings.

· Assumes other related responsibilities and duties within the context of employment and certification as may be directed by school administration, central office, or the Board of Trustees.

Requirements and Qualifications

· Commitment to education and dedication to the Networks Mission and Vision demonstrating the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels.

· Demonstrated passion and belief that all students can achieve success through education.

· Ability to work well with others.

· Strong oral and written communication skills.

· An understanding of child development.

· Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

· Duties may require working outside of instructional hours/extended hours.

· Knowledge of assigned area content and content-related pedagogy.

· Ability to create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students.

· Demonstrated knowledge of effective principles of teaching and learning.

· Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a diverse school community.

· Ability to effectively motivate and assess students academically, behaviorally, and socially.

· Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate or acceptable.

Salary/Schedule: Salary is determined upon experience and qualifications. This is a full-time, 10-month contract position.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree, required.

Must hold acceptable New Jersey Department of Education certificate or eligibility.

One (1) year educational/teaching experience, preferred

Cumberland County Charter School Network is an EOE and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or breastfeeding, veteran or military status, genetic information, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

acceptable NJ Department of Education certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Vineland, NJ 08361 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Vineland, NJ 08361: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Vineland Public Charter School

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