Elementary Music/Drama Teacher Job at Christina School District in Wilmington

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MUSIC/DRAMA TEACHER - K-3

Terms of Employment: Full Time, 10-month Employee

Reports to: Principal, Lower School

Salary: Current Odyssey Charter School Teacher Salary Scale

About Us

Odyssey Charter School is a full-scale K-12 Charter School currently serving 2,400+ students. Our School has a growing dual Greek language immersion program, innovative green Initiative, community food program, and high academic outcomes. Odyssey is united in our mission to prepare lifelong learners who are culturally aware, global citizens that utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills grounded in the classical teachings of Greek education and language.

Odyssey Charter School does not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status or any other protected category in accordance with state and federal laws.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Delaware License in required content areas in accordance with 14 Del. C. 1531 or be actively participating in a DOE approved ARTC program.
• Successful completion of Praxis II exams.
• Prior elementary teaching experience - preferred.
• Experience working in an urban school environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Successfully Teach "Cultures of the World" through music or drama to all Elementary School Students.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of all students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of all students.
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor or Leadership.
• Encourages all students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Assesses the accomplishments of all students on a regular basis and provides reports as required, as well as notifying parents of student progress when necessary.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction (as necessary) to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Works cooperatively with all staff and parents.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Standard Requirements

• Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check
• Tuberculin Test
• Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck

Interested applicants must apply online and upload a letter of interest, resume, proof of certification, the most recent job evaluation, and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last year.