General Music Teacher- 3rd and 4th grade

Marion Independent School District

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Job Description

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Music Education

Date Posted:
4/23/2025

Location:
Francis Marion Intermediate Elementary School

Date Available:
08/01/2025

Marion Independent School District

Job Title: General Music Classroom Teacher

Reports to: Building Principal

Date Revised: July 2016

Basic Function:
Helps students grow in their enjoyment appreciation and performance of music through a variety of planned music experiences that include: singing moving to music playing instruments creating and listening. Promote the overall mission of the school system and work to maximize the educational opportunities available to each student.

Essential Functions:

Teach skills in music appreciation harmony and explorations in music and in instrumental music (band orchestra instrumental ensemble) and choral music (chorus choir choral ensemble) to secondary pupils.
Use the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
Instruct students in music theory harmony score and sightreading composition music appreciation and provides individual or group vocal and instrumental lessons.
Sing or play instrument to demonstrate musical scales tones and rhythm.
Gathers data evaluates and participates in a Professional Learning Community that works together to ensure students success.
Plan a balanced music program and organize daily classroom work based on teaching outline prepared for course of study to meet curriculum requirements and so that preparation rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
Provide individual and smallgroup instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Evaluate each pupils musical growth and performance assessing each individuals contribution to the performance of the group.
Use repertoire of all types of music literature including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.
Plan rehearse direct and coach pupils in their individual parts in fundamentals of musicianship and ensemble performance.
Critique performance to identify errors and reinforce correct techniques.
Select and requisition books musical instruments and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records. Order store and inventory musical instruments music and supplies.
Communicate and meet with parents and school counselors on pupil progress and to resolve any student problems.
Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health attitude and learning problems.
Control the storage and use of schoolowned property; make minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
Participate in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities.
Maintain professional competence through inservice education provided by the district and in selfselected professional growth activities related to music.
Develop lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids stressing discovery and laboratory learning methods.
Provide opportunities when needed for individualized and smallgroup instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Use assessments to determine student mastery of academic standards and plan for interventions as needed.
Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly productive classroom environment.
Maintain all required paperwork and submit assignments and reports ontime as directed by District administrators and supervisors.
Communicate with students and parents informing them of evaluation methods and practices student progress and instructional methods that may further assist students.
Supervise pupils in outofclassroom activities during the assigned workday.
Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs.
Direct and monitor the activities of special education associates and classroom volunteers.

Specifications/Qualifications:
Education & Experience:

Bachelors Degree required
Valid Iowa Teaching License
License Endorsement:K8 Music 512 Music
Mandatory Reporter: Child and Adult Dependent Abuse certification
OSHA required certificate
Background Check

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform 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 frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects tools or controls; talk and hear. The employee frequently must squat stoop or kneel reach above the head and forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision color vision and the ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers written materials reports assessment data etc.

Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics 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.

The noise level in the work environment is can vary based on activities taking place. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical eight hour workday. The employee will frequently work in different areas of the classroom including in/at desks on or near the floor standing in movement while supervising indoor and outdoor activities etc. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work outdoors when supervising students outside of the classroom.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an allinclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies including but not limited to complaints of discrimination will be directed to the Affirmative Action Coordinator by writing to the Affirmative Action Coordinator (Superintendent) Marion Independent School District Marion Iowa 52302; or by telephoning.

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies including but not limited to complaints of discrimination may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions 500 W. Madison St. Suite 2000 Chicago IL 60000 or TTY. or the Iowa Civil Rights Commission 400 E. 14th Street Des Moines IowaorThis inquiry or complaint to the federal office may be done instead of or in addition to an inquiry or complaint at the local level.

Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a complaint are available in the school districts central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.

The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of the Marion Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability religion creed age (for employment) marital status (for programs) sexual orientation and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. Additionally the MISD does not discriminate in its education programs and activities employment opportunities or accommodations pursuant to Title IX Section 504 and Title II and on a continuous basis reflects this policy in announcements employment application forms district policy registration materials and student handbooks The District has established grievance procedures for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact: Equity Coordinator (for employment) Janelle Brouwer Superintendent 777 South 15th Street Marion Iowa 52302 or Equity and Title IX Coordinator (for programs) Gretchen Kriegel Assistant Superintendent 777 South 15th Street Marion Iowa 52302

The Marion Independent School District is dedicated to supporting equity and the success of each child. We recognize we are a community of different cultures and identities and we will promote an environment where all feel welcomed and can thrive. The District and its employees will foster a community where everyone belongs will treat others with dignity and respect and will encourage our community partners to do the same.

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies including but not limited to complaints of discrimination may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions Milwaukee Area Office Reuss Federal Plaza 310 West Wisconsin Ave. Suite 800 Milwaukee WI.or TTY. or the Iowa Civil Rights Commission 400 E. 14th Street Des Moines IowaorThis inquiry or complaint to the federal office may be done instead of or in addition to an inquiry or complaint at the local level.

Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a complaint are available in the school districts central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.

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