THIS POSTING IS FOR A .50 FTE MUSIC TEACHER POSITION-NON CONTINUING
The job description is attached to this posting.
CERTIFICATED JOB TERMS:
- Must hold a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate
- Must hold the appropriate endorsements for the position
This is a .50 FTE long term leave replacement
In accordance with RCW49.60, the Lake Stevens School District does not discriminate in employment and schools. The Lake Stevens School District provides Equal Education and Employment discriminate in employment and schools. Lake Stevens School District provides Equal Educational and Employment Opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, handicap/disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, use of a trained dog to guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and designated youth groups. The district complies with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations to include, but not limited, Title IX, Title VI of the Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, RCW 49.60 "The Law Against Discrimination," and RCW 28A.640 "Sex Equity," and covers, but is not limited to, all district programs, courses, activities, including extracurricular activities, services, access to facilities, etc. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures should be directed to Lake Stevens School District, 12309 22nd St. NE, Lake Stevens, WA 98258, Attention: Title IX and Civil Rights Officer, John Balmer, 425-335-1500, john_balmer@lkstevens.wednet.edu or ADA Compliance Officer and Section 504 Compliance Officer, Gina Anderson, (425)335-1500, gina_anderson@lkstevens.wednet.edu.
From PDF Description
ELEMENTARY MUSIC SPECIALIST
Job Summary
The elementary teacher will create a flexible primary grade Music program with a classroom environment favorable to
learning and personal growth. This person will teach to the EALRs, establish effective rapport with students, motivate
students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a strong foundation for future learning in
accordance with each student’s abilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Teach knowledge and skill in music appreciation, fundamentals and explorations in music and general and
beginning choral music or instrumental music to elementary students at assigned schools utilizing district
curriculum
• Plan a balanced music program and organize daily class time so that preparation, instruction and rehearsal
can be accomplished within the allotted time
• Provide individual or small group instruction when needed in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of
each pupil
• Use repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for
the ages and skill levels of pupils
• Maintain inventory of equipment and music selections
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior for an orderly, productive learning environment during
class, group practice, and musical performances
• Evaluate pupil progress in growth and performance, assessing each pupil’s individual contribution to the
group
• Plan, rehearse, and direct pupils in musical programs for the school and community as appropriate
• Select and requisition music equipment, music books, and instructional aids
• Maintain professional competence through inservice educational activities
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in helping pupils resolve health,
attitude, and learning problems
• Cooperate with school administration in providing optimum musical instruction and opportunities
• Supervise pupils in out of classroom music activities during and outside the assigned workday
• Communicate with parents and/or school personnel on pupil progress
Qualification Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with K-5 endorsement, music endorsement preferred
• Valid Washington State driver’s license
• Strong classroom management skills
Language Skills Mathematical Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business Ability to work with and apply mathematical
periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, concepts such as proportions, fractions,
laws or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, percentages, ratios and totals to practical
business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability situations.
to effectively present information and respond to questions
from groups of administrators, staff, the general public and
the Board of Directors.
Reasoning Ability Supervisory Responsibilities
Ability to solve practical or complex problems and deal with Supervises classroom employees,
a variety of concrete and abstract variables where only limited students, and volunteers.
standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions
furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
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Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to demonstrate cultural competencies, and respect and value for all cultural heritages and participate in
conversations about identifying and addressing personal, cultural and institutional bias.
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to the instructional program; ability to plan and implement
lessons based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and
maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication. Ability to
perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board policies.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and talk or hear, and
occasionally required to sit. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk, may occasionally push
or lift up to 35 pounds, such as boxes of books and audio carts. The employee is directly responsible for
the safety, well-being or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities include close vision such as to read
handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple
demands from several people and interact with the public and staff.
Work Environment
The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Typically, the noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally
outdoors. The employee has direct responsibility for the safety and well-being of others.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The
individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be
assigned. Newly hired employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Form and present
documentation for review and verification in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control
Act requirements. Washington State and FBI background check clearance is also required.
In accordance with RCW49.60, the Lake Stevens School District does not
discriminate in employment and schools. The Lake Stevens School District provides Equal
Educational and Employment Opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex,
handicap/disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age,
veteran or military status, use of a trained dog to guide or service animal by a person with a
disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and designated youth groups. The district
complies with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations to include, but not limited to, Title
IX, Title VI of the Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, RCW 49.60 “The Law
Against Discrimination,” and RCW 28A.640 “Sex Equity,” and covers, but is not limited to, all district
programs, courses, activities, including extracurricular activities, services, access to facilities, etc.
Inquiries regarding compliance procedures should be directed to Lake Stevens School District,
12309 22nd St. NE, Lake Stevens, WA 98258, Attention: Title IX and Civil Rights Officer, John
Balmer, 425-335-1500, John_Balmer@lkstevens.wednet.edu or ADA Compliance Officer and
Section 504 Compliance Officer, Gina Anderson,
425-335-1500, Gina_Anderson@lkstevens.wednet.edu.
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