Vocal/General Music Teacher for the 2026-27 school year

The Gates Chili Central School District is dedicated to fostering curiosity, growth, and diversity within our school community. The District celebrates and embraces differences and strives to dismantle exclusion, bias, racism, and prejudice of all forms.

Position: Vocal/General Music for the 2026-27 school year

Purpose: Under the general supervision of the Building Administrator to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, diverse, culturally safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Compensation/Pay Range: $44,500 (negotiable based on experience)

Benefits

Qualifies for District contribution to Health/Vision and/or Dental Insurance

Yes No

Qualifies for Paid Personal Time

Yes No

Qualifies for Paid Sick Time

Yes No

Qualifies for Paid Vacation Time

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Schedule: Full-time Part-time

10-month (works student calendar)

12-month

Paid hours/day: 7 hour 40 minute day including a duty free lunch of 35 minutes

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences in the area of music integrated with history and culture
• Identify and select different instructional class resources and methods to meet students varying needs
• Encourages students to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music, including culturally diverse music
• Observe and evaluate students' performance and development in music
• High-level collaboration with Building Administrator to plan for school and public performances
• Promotes a classroom environment that is culturally safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials according to NYS Standards
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and mastery of musical standards
• Modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed
• Instructs students in the principles of the "Spartan Way" and other subject matters
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending professional development opportunities
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, for grading and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws
• Encourages parent(s)/guardian involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and families
• Prepares students for and participates in performances, such as school concerts
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and district policies, and establishes and maintains a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
• Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings and committees
• Selects and requests appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records
  
  

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Building Administrator and other District office administrators.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles
• Demonstrates strong musical skill and proficiency on instrument/vocally
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts
• 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 teach students of all ages
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parent(s)/guardian
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding performance and professional growth and cultural awareness
• Ability to engage with culturally diverse students
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work
  
  

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License: NYS Certification in Music; Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment; Master's degree in related area preferred

Experience: Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus; Experience working with a diverse population of students desired

Demands, Hazards: Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel: Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.