Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Secondary - Music (Strings)

About the role

The Downingtown Area School District is seeking a long-term substitute teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to teach music education to pupils in the secondary buildings.

Responsibilities

• Teach skills in music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in music and in instrumental music (band, orchestra, instrumental ensemble) and/or choral music (chorus, choir, choral ensemble) to pupils.
• Utilize course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Plan a balanced music program and organize daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
• Provide individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Select and requisitions books, musical instruments, and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records.
• Select and direct pupils in musical programs for school and community events.
• Evaluate each pupil's musical growth and performance, assessing each individual's contribution to the performance of the group.

Requirements

• Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a proper Pennsylvania certification for the position.
• Bachelor's degree
• Valid PA certification specific to content area. PK-12 Music Education
• Demonstrates knowledge in the area of assignment.
• Possesses a positive attitude toward the teaching profession, service to the district, and importance and purpose of the education program.
• Proficiency in use of current technology for individual or group demonstration or communication.
• Must be able to flex and vary hours to accommodate needs of students, parents, and other teachers.
• Possesses effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and outside organizations.
• Exhibits excellent classroom management skills.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills to provide accurate information to others and to obtain, give, and follow directions.
• Demonstrates ability to provide good judgment, planning, and human relations skills, as well as be required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position responsibility.
• To follow the standard of member conduct as stated in the PA Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university.
• Valid PA certification specific to content area. PK-12 Music Education.
• Demonstrates knowledge in the area of assignment.
• Possesses a positive attitude toward the teaching profession, service to the district, and importance and purpose of the education program.
• Proficiency in use of current technology for individual or group demonstration or communication.
• Must be able to flex and vary hours to accommodate needs of students, parents, and other teachers.
• Possesses effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and outside organizations.
• Exhibits excellent classroom management skills.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills to provide accurate information to others and to obtain, give, and follow directions.
• Demonstrates ability to provide good judgment, planning, and human relations skills, as well as be required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position responsibility.
• To follow the standard of member conduct as stated in the PA Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.

Skills

• Ability to teach music education to pupils.
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania certification requirements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Ability to plan and organize daily class time.
• Use of current technology for individual or group demonstration or communication.
• Flexibility to vary hours to accommodate needs of students, parents, and other teachers.
• Ability to evaluate pupils' musical growth and performance.

Benefits

• Medical coverage through IBX - Personal Choice C4-F4-02.
• No primary care physician necessary.
• No referrals required.
• Extensive local and national networks.
• Prescription coverage through CVS/Caremark.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Telemedicine through SwiftMD.
• Retirement - Member of State Pension System (PSERS).
• Student loan forgiveness through the federal government's Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Life benefit pays 1 x your basic annual salary up to a maximum of $50,000.
• Income protection benefit pays 60% of your basic monthly pay, up to $2,800 per month.
• Tuition reimbursement 75% of tuition if grade if B or better is attained; limit 12 credits per year.
• Induction program for new teachers, including long-term substitutes (LTS).
• Professional development 8 staff professional development days per year, prorated for LTS roles.
• Paid time off 10 sick days annually, prorated for LTS roles; 2 personal days annually, may accumulate up to 5, prorated for LTS roles.

Pay

Salary 2026-2027 School Year Placement upon salary scale is dependent upon education and years of teaching service. Please click on the link to the DAEA Agreement - 2025-2030 and refer to Appendix B for the 2026-2027 Salary Schedule. Schedule 7.5 hours per day based upon district-approved calendar Up to 191 days per year, plus up to 3 days of orientation for professional employees during first year of employment, prorated for LTS roles

Schedule

7.5 hours per day based upon district-approved calendar Up to 191 days per year, plus up to 3 days of orientation for professional employees during first year of employment, prorated for LTS roles