Music Teacher

Nevada City School of the Arts (NCSOTA), a TK-8 charter school in operation since 1994, is seeking a dynamic, culturally aware, stimulating, and highly qualified teacher to join our elementary school team.

SCHEDULE: Full Time - 184 days (175 instructional/11 in-service)

WAGE: $52,301 to $69,926* (Starting wage dependent on education and experience)

*NCSOTA Certificated Salary Schedule Step 2, Class II - Step 7, Class V

SUMMARY: The Music Teacher is responsible for teaching music education to students in grades K-8, and assists the staff of the school in the improvement and appreciation of music instruction. The Music Teacher also helps students grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through a variety of planned music experiences which include signing, moving to music, playing instruments and listening.

• Teaches skills in music understanding/appreciation, harmony, explorations in music and choral music to elementary students
• Instructs students in age-appropriate musical fundamentals and other activities, imparting principles of sound and increasing musical awareness
• Develops vocal, instrumental, and ensemble settings in a range of genres and styles
• Supports main-lesson teachers in the integration of musical experience into the classroom
• Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the music curriculum to the needs of each student. Encourages students to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible
• Offers additional opportunities for musical instruction in elective classes or after-school classes, developing continuity between these and other components of the music program
• Evaluates each student's musical growth, performance, and musical understanding. Assesses each individual's contribution to the performance of the group
• Directs age-appropriate musical performances in collaboration with the dance teacher, main lesson teachers, including but not limited to Showcase, Graduation, and class performances
• Draws upon the musical richness of the local community
• Demonstrates a knowledge of modern music technology and ORFF training
• Collaborate with staff in the development of the music program
• Research and recommend for purchase of musical equipment to support the above program
• Maintains care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments and equipment to prevent loss or abuse. Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required
• Collaborates with the School Director and main-lesson teachers regarding program content and class scheduling
• Assists in scheduling electives placement for students
• Collaborate with Aftercare Director to recruit elective teachers and contribute to building and maintaining the elective program
• Attend team meetings, scheduled in-service days, assigned committee meetings, class performances and other events where teacher attendance is important (e.g., including, but not limited to, Graduation, Back to School Night, Portfolio Night, Showcase) as noted in the school activity calendar
• Develop an engaging and inspiring curriculum, integrating the arts, academics and social justice in coordination with NCSOTA's professional arts, music and movement teachers
• Participate in a team atmosphere with other teachers

• Provide a level of instruction based on each student's achievement potential, by drawing on and valuing individual backgrounds, identities, interests, temperaments, development of social skills, through thorough lesson preparation, culturally responsive teaching and positive classroom management

• Promote self-directed, reflective learning for all students by engaging students in identity awareness, problem solving, critical thinking and other activities that make subject matter meaningful

• • Establish and Articulate goals for student learning through the design and implementation of both short- and long-term classroom projects with a focus on equity and antiracism
  • Fairly Assess students' progress, allowing multiple ways for students to show their learning, in order to inform instruction and document curriculum taught and mastered

• Work Cooperatively with Special Education staff to ensure that neuro-diverse learners are equitably educated, valued, and have a successful school experience

• Prepare and Continue Upkeep of a culturally aware, organized, clean, and attractive classroom throughout the year

• Foster healthy, supportive relationships with all colleagues
• Support the efforts of all support staff including electives teachers, visiting artists, and musicians. Support in this area includes assisting with classroom management and supervision of students when necessary
• Participate in teacher enrichment activities (when school funds allow). Especially those that focus on antiracism, equity, integrating art into the curriculum and promoting NCSOTA's mission
• Provide Report Cards two times per year (January and June). These reports will be both rubric-based and include a brief written narrative
• Create a Professional Development Plan at the beginning of evaluation years and collaborate with the School Director in the implementation of that plan
• Participate in staff development focused on agreed-upon areas of program/curriculum development
• Engage in parent/teacher conferences and in November and March if necessary. Additional conferences will occur as deemed necessary by the teacher and/or Student Study Team
• Communicate with parents through the weekly Monday Note, conferences, phone calls and email as needed
• Arrange for substitute teachers through the office or directly with the visiting teacher
• Abide by all personnel policies and procedures adopted by NCSOTA and the At-Will Agreement
• Accept other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment

• Indoor/outdoor work environment
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work

Physical Demands (with or without reasonable accommodations)

• Occasional lifting and carrying (maximum 50 lbs.) Infrequent pushing and pulling
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE

• Bachelor's or higher degree
• Valid, current multiple-subject or single subject (music) teaching credential from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
• Minimum of three (3) years experience teaching music education in a school setting
• Must play piano or guitar - both preferred. Vocal, accompaniment and instrumental skills
• Expertise in musical approaches such as Orff and Kodaly
• Experience in teaching by ear
• CLAD or equivalent
• DEI or Social Justice training encouraged

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: These requirements must be met prior to beginning employment and will be requested upon job offer acceptance.

• Fingerprint and Background clearance
• Valid Tuberculosis clearance and every four years thereafter
• CPR/First Aid Certification within 45 days of employment and every two years thereafter
• Completion of mandatory training (video & in-person) within 6 weeks of employment and every year thereafter.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NCSOTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Supervisor: School Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employee Group: Certificated

Employment Status: Full Time, Permanent