26-27 Instrumental Strings Teacher 27)

This is a temporary position 10/19/26-05/03/27

Position Summary

The teacher in the Somerville Public Schools maintains the safety care and wellbeing of the students that they are charged with. They have an understanding of child and youth development and provide opportunities for learning and social and emotional development following the standards scope and sequence of grade level and content areas.

The teacher in SPS holds high expectations for every student and strives to know each students unique learning strengths and needs. The teacher uses differentiated instruction strategies to ensure equitable and meaningful access to the curriculum and learning for all students.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

The essential functions or responsibilities listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position

• Provide instrumental strings instruction to students in grades 312 in accordance with district curriculum and instructional goals
• Develop and implement engaging lessons that support musical growth technical proficiency and performance readiness
• Prepare students for school-based and district-wide performances including Winter Concerts Spring Concerts and Spring String Fling
• Distribute collect inventory and assist in the maintenance and storage of district-owned string instruments
• Instruct students on proper instrument care handling and maintenance
• Identify instruments requiring repair or replacement and coordinate referrals as needed
• Select and distribute developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive string repertoire
• Foster a positive inclusive and supportive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and respect
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress classroom expectations behaviors and upcoming performances
• Maintain accurate student records attendance and instructional documentation as required by the district
• Collaborate with music department staff school administrators and district personnel to support music programming and student success
• Recommend students for participation in enrichment opportunities including Berklee City Music private lessons and similar programs
• Maintain a professional online presence including a classroom or program website to support communication and instructional resources
• Support district initiatives related to equity inclusion and culturally responsive practices
• Perform other duties as assigned by the K12 Supervisor of Music or building administration

Qualifications Knowledge Abilities & Skills

• Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Educators license in thefield or subject for this position
• DESE SEI endorsement required
• Bilingual Educator Preferred

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 positions essential functions.

• Mobility:Frequent walking standing and navigating stairs.
• Lifting/Strength:Ability to lift push pull or carry objects ranging from 10 to 30 lbs (e.g. books supplies equipment).
• Physical Dexterity:Bending crouching kneeling stooping and reaching to assist students.
• Stationary Tasks:Remaining in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for long periods.

Reporting Relationships

• Position Reports to: The School Principal and the K-12 Supervisor of Music

Terms of Employment

• Position Type:Full Time
• FLSA Classification:Exempt
• Union Status:SEU Unit A
• Salary and benefits are determined in accordance with theSomerville Educators Union Unit Acollective bargaining agreement and the policies of the Somerville School Committee.

Pre-Employment Requirements

MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance

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The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the basis of race color age religion disability pregnancy home status marital/civil union status sex/gender gender identity sexual orientation citizenship status place of birth national origin ancestry cultural identity genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Required Experience:

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