Require Music Teacher in Kansas City, MO

Job title: Music Teacher

Company: Diocese of Kansas City'St. Joseph

Job description: Description



Visitation Catholic School is seeking an interim K-8 Music Teacher for the remainder of the 2023 - 2024 academic year. Qualified candidates are dedicated, energetic professionals with at least a bachelor's degree in elementary or music education and a valid teaching certificate. This role serves as a specialist teacher providing general music class on a rotating schedule. In addition, the music teacher plans, prepares and co-leads music for school mass on a weekly basis, plans and leads 2 music programs, and coordinates with other staff members for special events that include music.



Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school


• Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters


• Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing music lesson plans designed to implement diocesan curriculum standards


• Use appropriate materials and resources for students to engage in learning K - 8th grade


• Include repertoire of diverse types of music literature, traditional and contemporary, that are effective instructional methods according to professional best practice


• Use a variety of formative and summative assessments to evaluate each student's musical growth and contribution to the performance, individually or in a group


• Differentiate music curriculum to respond to individual learning needs


• Plan a balanced music program, and organize daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time


• Develop music programs for Christmas (K-4) and Spring (5th-8th) programs and conduct student performances


• Maintain current and accurate records


• Practice positive, consistent discipline in the management of the classroom establishing an orderly, productive environment during classes, rehearsals, and music performances


• Contact parents when necessary for student academic or behavioral concerns


• Communicate clearly with parents and school faculty/staff on the progress of individual students, and conference with parents upon request, responding to messages in a timely manner


• Maintains care/responsibility for school-owned equipment, musical instruments & music


• Meet staff development guidelines for the diocese and the State of Missouri


• Demonstrate professional work habits by regular attendance, respecting schedules and deadlines, organizing work, and conducting assigned tasks in an effective manner


• Serve on committees and perform other duties as assigned


• Collaborate with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning


• Demonstrate gains in student performance that are in keeping with school goals


• Attend school-wide functions and special events as required


• Cooperate with staff in providing music performances for prayer services, first communion, stations of the cross, DARE Graduation


• Prepare and co-direct student choir (optional student extracurricular) at weekly school mass and monthly weekend mass


• Prepare and plan music for Catholic school masses with church liturgist


• Maintain professionalism in dress and hygiene

• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church


• Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods/strategies, and curriculum differentiation


• Ability to manage student behavior in classroom setting


• Ability to motivate and engage students in the learning process


• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing


• Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction


• Ability to use appropriate technology including computer, smart board, projector, handheld devices, etc.

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or Music Education minimum, Master's preferred


• Teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement


• Ideal candidate has 3 years teaching experience minimum


• Ideal candidate has experience in Catholic education

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