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Music/Chorus Teacher - Amherst Middle School

Young World Physical Education, Amherst, VA, United States


Music/Chorus Teacher – Amherst Middle School
Starting Date:

Aug 3, 2026

Job Description
Reports to:

Principal and Assistant Principal

General Definition of Work:

To develop and implement an educational program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each child

Essential Functions

To guide the learning activities of each student and to provide learning situations suitable for each student

To provide for the safety, health and well‑being of each pupil in any situation in which students are committed to the teacher’s care

To maintain the classroom and atmosphere which encourages learning

To evaluate each student and to report progress to parents

To become informed about and to comply with the policies and regulations of the school division and of the local school

To maintain the neatness and proper care of the classroom, equipment and materials

To keep essential records necessary for the efficient operation of the school

To keep abreast of recent developments in education and to show evidence of continuing professional growth

To contribute to the success of the school by maintaining interest in and developing knowledge of the total school program

To participate in the decision‑making process of the school, particularly those decisions related to curriculum content or change

To maintain a cooperative attitude toward all school personnel

To serve as a public relations agent for the school and the school system

To cooperate with approved community groups in matters related to the welfare of the students

To perform such duties as are necessary for the efficient and successful operation of the school system

To perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or his/her designee

Make reports to the principal relative to student injuries, hazardous or dangerous conditions prevailing where students are engaged in activities known or suspected child abuse, and other areas that normally concern the teacher and school officials

Education and Job Experience
Compensation will be based on degree and experience as described in the Amherst County Public School Teachers’ Salary Scale Schedule

License/Endorsements
Valid certification to meet state requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned

Contract Period
10 months

FLSA Status
Exempt

Amherst County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type
Full‑Time

Job ID: 5659052

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