Elementary Music Teacher Job at Mascoutah School District 19 in Chicago
Mascoutah School District 19, Chicago, IL, United States
Elementary Music Teacher – General and Instrumental (Job ID: 1177)
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching / General and Instrumental Music
Date Posted: 6/10/2025
Job Title: Elementary Music Teacher – General and Instrumental
Reports To: Building Principal | FLSA Status: Exempt | Work Days: 182
Salary: Determined by graduate degrees/hours and level of experience. FY 26 Teacher Salary Schedule
District 19 recognizes all years of certified full‑time service when placing teachers on the salary schedule.
Board‑paid TRS benefits package available.
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, this position facilitates student success and growth in the fine arts, impacting interpersonal skills by implementing district‑approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress, and addressing individual educational needs. The teacher creates a flexible, safe learning environment, provides feedback to students, parents, and administration, and promotes understanding and appreciation of music across a wide range of genres, periods and styles. Performance preparation throughout the year and vocal musical expression development are integral parts of the role.
Minimum Qualifications
Illinois Professional Educators License with elementary music endorsement.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in music education.
College‑level experience in instrumental music preferred.
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small‑group instruction.
Develops a balanced music program and lessons to organize class time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, modifying instructional methods to fit individual needs, including students with special needs.
Utilizes a repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge by attending seminars, workshops, professional meetings, or conducting research.
Organizes and maintains accurate record‑keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance per district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures student conduct conforms to school standards and district policies, establishing and maintaining standards for practice, rehearsal, and performances.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as directed by the Superintendent.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of instructional principles, theories, current teaching methods, and educational pedagogy.
Knowledge of middle and high school music curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self‑evaluation and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others in the course of work.
Work Environment
The physical demands include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, as well as fine finger dexterity. The job requires sitting, walking, and standing for reasonable durations in a generally hazard‑free environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Note: This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise of any benefit. The school district may add, modify, or delete any aspect of the position at any time.
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In Summary: Position Type: Elementary School Teaching / General and Instrumental Music . Minimum Qualifications Illinois Professional Educators License with elementary music endorsement . College‑level experience in instrumental music preferred . Work days: 182 . Board‑paid TRS benefits package available .
En Español: Profesora de Música Elemental General e Instrumental (Identificación del trabajo: 1177) Posición Tipo: Enseñanza en la escuela primaria / Colegio general y música instrumental Fecha publicada: 6/10/2025 Título de empleo: Profesor de música elementar Reportajes generales e instrumentales a: Principal Building FLSA Estatus: Días laborables exentos: 182 Salario: Determinado por grados/horas graduadas y nivel de experiencia. FY 26 Salary Schedule of Teachers Distrito 19 reconoce todos los años de servicio certificado a tiempo completo cuando se colocan maestros en el calendario salarial. Preparación de rendimiento durante todo el año y desarrollo de la expresión musical vocal son partes integrales del papel. Calificaciones mínimas Licencia de Educadores Profesionales de Illinois con aprobación de música elemental. Grado en Bachillerato de un colegio o universidad acreditados en educación musical. Experiencia a nivel universitario en pedagogía instrumental preferida. experiencia previa de enseñanza exitosa para el nivel de grado apropiado prefiere. deberes y responsabilidades esenciales Desarrolla y administra currículo educativo musical consistente con los objetivos y objetivos del distrito escolar. Promueve un entorno de clase que sea seguro y conducente a una instrucción individualizada y de grupos pequeños. Desarrollará un programa y lecciones musicales equilibradas para organizar las clases de preparación, compromiso e instrucción. Conducir evaluaciones continuas de aprendizaje musical y progreso estudiantil, modificar los métodos educativos profesionales para satisfacer las necesidades individuales, mantener a los estudiantes con sus propias necesidades. El trabajo requiere sentarse, caminar y estar de pie durante períodos razonables en un entorno generalmente libre de peligros. Se pueden hacer adaptaciones razonales para permitir a las personas con discapacidad realizar funciones esenciales. Nota: Esta descripción del puesto no es un contrato de empleo o una promesa de ningún beneficio. el distrito escolar puede agregar, modificar o eliminar cualquier aspecto de la posición en cualquier momento. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching / General and Instrumental Music
Date Posted: 6/10/2025
Job Title: Elementary Music Teacher – General and Instrumental
Reports To: Building Principal | FLSA Status: Exempt | Work Days: 182
Salary: Determined by graduate degrees/hours and level of experience. FY 26 Teacher Salary Schedule
District 19 recognizes all years of certified full‑time service when placing teachers on the salary schedule.
Board‑paid TRS benefits package available.
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, this position facilitates student success and growth in the fine arts, impacting interpersonal skills by implementing district‑approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress, and addressing individual educational needs. The teacher creates a flexible, safe learning environment, provides feedback to students, parents, and administration, and promotes understanding and appreciation of music across a wide range of genres, periods and styles. Performance preparation throughout the year and vocal musical expression development are integral parts of the role.
Minimum Qualifications
Illinois Professional Educators License with elementary music endorsement.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in music education.
College‑level experience in instrumental music preferred.
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small‑group instruction.
Develops a balanced music program and lessons to organize class time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, modifying instructional methods to fit individual needs, including students with special needs.
Utilizes a repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge by attending seminars, workshops, professional meetings, or conducting research.
Organizes and maintains accurate record‑keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance per district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures student conduct conforms to school standards and district policies, establishing and maintaining standards for practice, rehearsal, and performances.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as directed by the Superintendent.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of instructional principles, theories, current teaching methods, and educational pedagogy.
Knowledge of middle and high school music curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self‑evaluation and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others in the course of work.
Work Environment
The physical demands include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, as well as fine finger dexterity. The job requires sitting, walking, and standing for reasonable durations in a generally hazard‑free environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Note: This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise of any benefit. The school district may add, modify, or delete any aspect of the position at any time.
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In Summary: Position Type: Elementary School Teaching / General and Instrumental Music . Minimum Qualifications Illinois Professional Educators License with elementary music endorsement . College‑level experience in instrumental music preferred . Work days: 182 . Board‑paid TRS benefits package available .
En Español: Profesora de Música Elemental General e Instrumental (Identificación del trabajo: 1177) Posición Tipo: Enseñanza en la escuela primaria / Colegio general y música instrumental Fecha publicada: 6/10/2025 Título de empleo: Profesor de música elementar Reportajes generales e instrumentales a: Principal Building FLSA Estatus: Días laborables exentos: 182 Salario: Determinado por grados/horas graduadas y nivel de experiencia. FY 26 Salary Schedule of Teachers Distrito 19 reconoce todos los años de servicio certificado a tiempo completo cuando se colocan maestros en el calendario salarial. Preparación de rendimiento durante todo el año y desarrollo de la expresión musical vocal son partes integrales del papel. Calificaciones mínimas Licencia de Educadores Profesionales de Illinois con aprobación de música elemental. Grado en Bachillerato de un colegio o universidad acreditados en educación musical. Experiencia a nivel universitario en pedagogía instrumental preferida. experiencia previa de enseñanza exitosa para el nivel de grado apropiado prefiere. deberes y responsabilidades esenciales Desarrolla y administra currículo educativo musical consistente con los objetivos y objetivos del distrito escolar. Promueve un entorno de clase que sea seguro y conducente a una instrucción individualizada y de grupos pequeños. Desarrollará un programa y lecciones musicales equilibradas para organizar las clases de preparación, compromiso e instrucción. Conducir evaluaciones continuas de aprendizaje musical y progreso estudiantil, modificar los métodos educativos profesionales para satisfacer las necesidades individuales, mantener a los estudiantes con sus propias necesidades. El trabajo requiere sentarse, caminar y estar de pie durante períodos razonables en un entorno generalmente libre de peligros. Se pueden hacer adaptaciones razonales para permitir a las personas con discapacidad realizar funciones esenciales. Nota: Esta descripción del puesto no es un contrato de empleo o una promesa de ningún beneficio. el distrito escolar puede agregar, modificar o eliminar cualquier aspecto de la posición en cualquier momento. #J-18808-Ljbffr