Elementary Music Teacher

Job Title: Specials Teacher (Art Innovation Music PE Health)

Reports To: Building Principal

Job Code Number: Insert Code

Contract Length: 184 Days

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Department: Leadership & Learning

Last Updated: February 2026

Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At Reynoldsburg our educators embody the principles outlined in Our Portrait of an Educator inspiring students to innovate collaborate and excel. For more information visit Job Function:

The Reynoldsburg City Schools Specials Teacher is responsible for planning and providing specialized standards-based learning experiences (Art Music Physical Education or Health) that foster the intellectual physical social and emotional development of every student in alignment with Ohios Learning Standards and the Districts mission.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Ohio Teaching License/Certificate for the specific subject area (e.g. Multi-Age P-12 in Art Music PE or Health).
• Ability to pass Federal (FBI) and State (BCI) background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Education or subject-specific field.
• Experience with Differentiated Instruction Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and educational technology integration.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Primary functions may include the following duties responsibilities skills abilities and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions within this classification.

Instructional Design and OTES Alignment

• Aligns instruction with Ohio Learning Standards and the OTES 2.0 framework.
• Develops measurable learning objectives and Professional Growth Plans (PGP) based on student data.

Differentiated Instruction and Assessment

• Employs varied instructional strategies and technology to engage learners in critical thinking.
• Implements formative and summative assessments to provide feedback and meet diverse needs (IEP 504 EL).

Learning Environment Management

• Maintains an organized safe and respectful classroom climate.
• Manages student transitions and behaviors effectively across various school settings.

Specialized Program Oversight

• Manages subject-specific equipment inventory and safety protocols (e.g. instruments kilns athletic gear).
• Organizes student showcases performances or fitness events to foster community engagement.

Professional Collaboration and Communication

• Participates in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and interdisciplinary integration with core teachers.
• Maintains proactive communication with families regarding student progress and adheres to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Subject-specific Ohio Learning Standards and trauma-informed practices.

Skilled in:

• Digital literacy organizational management and verbal/written communication.

Ability to:

• Adapt instruction for diverse learners and maintain composure in high-energy or loud environments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS: 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in keeping with law.

Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to communicate with others. The employee is required to sit or stand and move around for extended periods of PE and Music roles significant physical activity (demonstrating movements lifting equipment) is required. While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to push pull lift and carry over 25 pounds on occasion.

Working Conditions The employee in this position may experience occasional exposure to blood bodily fluids and tissue. The employee may also be required to interact with unruly children. Exposure to loud environments (Music/Gym) is common.

Driving Requirement This position may require driving to various school sites or events.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the employees supervisor and or appointing authority.

Required Experience:

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