Teacher, Traveling Instrumental Music, Grades 3-6 (2026-2027 School Year)

TEACHER TRAVELING/INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 3-6 GRADE
(2026- 2027 School Year)

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. California credential to teach vocal and/or instrumental music
2. Bachelors degree with music major or minor desirable
3. Ability to play at least one standard orchestral instrument ability to play piano and/or guitar and sing
4. Ability to motivate children to perform in music

REPORTS TO:Coordinator - Visual and Performing Arts

JOB GOAL: To develop in each pupil appreciation of art of music as part of general culture; to teach techniques of vocal and/or instrumental music expression; to discover and develop talents of pupils in field of music; to develop knowledge and skills in listening and reading music; to meet goals established in Districts Purposes of Instruction Course of Study and Curriculum Guide in relationship to specific needs of all students under his/her direction

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. In cooperation with Coordinator - Visual and Performing Arts and other staff members plans instructionalobjectives for assigned grade level or subject area consistent with Course of Study and Curriculum Guidewhich meet Districts and schools educational goals. Objectives are to be established by October 15 of each year
2. Creates classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to maturity and interest of thestudents; participates with staff in establishing and maintaining effective learning climate within school;develops reasonable and specific rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in classroomin fair and just manner
3. Analyzes learning capacity of students and provides for their needs; plans balanced music program andorganizes class time so that preparation rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within allotted time.
4. Guides learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear performance objectivesas listed in Course of Study and Curriculum Guide for instrumental music for all lessons projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students
5. Instructs pupils in citizenship specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of school district
6. Makes referral to principal on pupils who demonstrate severe unsocial behavior patterns
7. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide orderly productive environment duringpractice group rehearsals and musical performances
8. Keeps weekly records and evaluates each pupils musical growth (practice slips) and performance assessingeach individuals contribution to performance of group; confers with colleagues students and parentsregarding pupil progress as needed; assigns citizenship and scholarship marks
9. Maintains positive relationship with all staff and parents through back-to-school events open houseclassroom visitations conferences written communication and work samples so that parents and staff are aware of students progress and adjustment
10. Cooperates with school administration in providing musical programs for school productions P.T.A. Districtfestival concert and civic functions
11. Plans rehearses and directs pupils in musical programs for school and community; applies knowledge ofDistrict procedures and limitations set on performance
12. Instrumental music teachers provide individual and small group instructions in order to adapt curriculum toneeds of each pupil
13. Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature including traditional and contemporary that are appropriatefor ages and skill levels of pupils
14. Controls storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs toinstruments as required; has pianos tuned at least once a year
15. Selects and requisitions books sheet music musical instruments and instructional aids and supplies; maintainsrequired inventory records
16. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupilssolve health attitude and learning problems; makes referrals as required
17. Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law District policy and administrativeregulations including lesson schedule attendance reports Reports to Parents and annual report
18. Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules administrative regulations and Board policy
19. Carries out assigned pupil supervision outside classroom such as assemblies and extra-curricular activities andfire and other emergency drills
20. Attends and participates in staff meetings in-service meetings curriculum development materials evaluationand Parent-Teacher Association
21. Maintains professional competence through inservice education provided by District and/or in self-selectedgrowth activities related to music
22. Participates cooperatively with Coordinator - Visual and Performing Arts to develop method by which he/shewill be evaluated in conformance with District guidelines

SALARY: $59232 - $122012 annually (182 day. Max salary includes education stipend)

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Districts Improvement of Professional Services handbook Board Policies and Procedures and consistent with collective bargaining agreements when applicable

MINIMUM APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

The online application and any required documents listed below MUST be submitted

1. Resume
2. Two letters of recommendation (dated within 1 year of submission date)
3. Evidence of California credential authorizing service in assignment

Copies of required certificates transcripts or diplomas may be submitted with application. District may require that originals be presented for verification prior to employment. Please check with Human Resources regarding acceptable documents. For positions requiring college course work official transcripts will be required upon employment.

It is the applicants responsibility to meet all application requirements and supply copies of all required documents. A separate set of paperwork is required for each application submitted. All application materials submitted become the property of Bakersfield City School District.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operators license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter as required by the California Child Abuse Neglect Reporting Act.

The Bakersfield City School District wishes to thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Positions may be re advertised or application deadlines extended at the discretion of the District. Unless otherwise notified by the District applications received in response to this bulletin will be considered for available District positions in this classification during the current school year. Those meeting minimum qualifications including passage of required tests will remain active during this time. Applicants will not be individually notified of their application status.

AB2534 and SB848

Effective January 1 2025 Assembly Bill (AB2534) and January 1 2026 Senate Bill (SB848)

mandates all certificated and classified applicants provide a complete and accurate list of every school district county office of education charter school and/or state special school (Local Educational Agencies (LEA)) where the applicant has previously worked regardless of the length of service including full-time part-time and substitute employment. If multiple LEAs are within the same district only the district information is required. Failure to disclose any previous educational employment and/or providing false information in a job application may result in the disqualification of your application.

Any candidates contacting directly or indirectly any member of the Board of Education and/or administration with the intention of influencing their or another candidates selection to any administrative position shall be disqualified without recourse.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied and any of the provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. BCSD prohibits discrimination harassment intimidation and bullying in any employment practice education program or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age ethnicity or race which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids locks and twists color ancestry nationality national origin immigration status ethnic group identifications religion pregnancy marital status parental status physical disability mental disability sex (including sexual harassment) sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression medical information genetic information homelessness foster status military veteran status political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws consistent with Education Code 200 220 and 234.1 Penal Code 422.55 Government Code 11135 Section 504 and Title IX. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. If you believe you or your student have been subjected to discrimination harassment intimidation or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the Districts Chief Equity Compliance Officer Section 504 Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Erin Johnston by phone at by email at or in person at 1300 Baker Street Bakersfield CA 93305. Copies of BCSDs Uniform Complaint policy Sexual Harassment policy and Nondiscrimination policies are available upon request.