Music Teacher - Kennedy - 1.0 FTE - 26-27 SY

About the role

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking a highly motivated and energetic applicant for the position of Music Teacher. The position is located at Kennedy Elementary and offers an annual salary ranging from $53,525 to $58,485, contingent upon experience, based on the 26-27 TE Salary Schedule. The length of the contract is 192 days, and the employment type is exempt.

Responsibilities

• Identify common learning targets using standards (CCSS, SELS, Language)
• Develop daily and weekly plans to support student growth
• Create common year-long/course plans with essential questions and resources
• Establish clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects
• Provide daily opportunities for students to describe their reasoning and receive feedback
• Analyze data and adjust instruction based on student achievement and teacher practice data
• Maintain order among students and meet with parents/guardians to discuss student progress
• Collaborate with peers to reflect on student achievement and teacher practice data

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Official transcripts required for formal employment
• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) teaching license in Music (500/1500), Instrumental Music (505/1505), Vocal Music (510/1510 or 1511), or General Music (515/1515)

Qualifications

• High expectations for every student
• Quality instructional practice
• Cultural competence
• Data proficiency
• Team collaboration
• Student & family engagement
• Resilience & results orientation
• Self-awareness & growth mindset

Skills

• Knowledge of students' backgrounds, interests, styles, cultures, languages, individual needs, and assessment data
• Ability to adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
• Ability to provide necessary scaffolds, interventions, and extensions to meet a range of learning needs
• Ability to analyze data and adjust instruction based on student achievement, observation, and teacher practice data
• Ability to establish rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students
• Ability to build relationships with students and understand unique family characteristics
• Ability to find challenges exciting and persist in the face of challenges

Benefits

• Compensation package with a great benefits page
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A supportive and inclusive work environment

Pay

Annual salary ranges from $53,525 to $58,485, contingent upon experience, based on the 26-27 TE Salary Schedule.

Schedule

Length of contract: 192 days