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Long Term Maternity Leave Substitute - Elementary Music Teacher -- Monroe Elementary School

Monroe Public Schools
Temporary
On-site
Connecticut, United States

  • Position Type:
      Elementary School Teachers/Music Teacher

  • Date Posted:
      12/1/2025

  • Location:
      Monroe Elementary

  • Date Available:
      02/05/2026

  • Closing Date:
      12/12/2025

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    Title:           Elementary Music Teacher - Long Term K-5 Maternity sub anticipated February - May 2026
     
    Position Purpose
    • Long Term K-5 Maternity sub anticipated February - May 2026
    • Teach PK-5 General Music.
    • Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' understanding, appreciation of the art of music, including listening a wide range of musical genre, periods and styles.
    • To identify, promote and develop each student’s talents in vocal and instrumental musical expression.
     Essential Performance Responsibilities
    • Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
    • Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
    • Develops balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
    • Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
    • Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
    • Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom
    • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
    • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
    • Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
    • Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school’s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during practice, rehearsal and performances.
    • Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
    • Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.
     Additional Duties
    • Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
     Note:         The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
     
    Equipment
    • Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
     
    Travel Requirements
    • Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
     
    Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
    • Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
    • Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
    • Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
    • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
    • Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
    • Ability to organize and coordinate work.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
     
    • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
    • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
     Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
    • Works in standard office and school building environments.
     Education:
    • Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
    Certification:
    •  CT State Music Certification
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