What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocal Music Teacher position at Lynchburg City Schools?
Vocal Music Teacher
GENERAL INFORMATION
Title: Vocal Music Teacher
Department: Sheffield Elementary Schools
Salary Grade: Teacher Pay Scale
FLSA Status: Exempt
FLSA Status: Exempt
Site/Location: Sheffield Elementary School
Reports to: Building Administrator
Date: 09/29/2026
POSITION SUMMARY
To develop and implement an art educational program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each student. Candidates must possess leadership and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, parents, and staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Demonstrates long range planning and knowledge of subject area.
- Completes daily written lesson plans which fulfill learning objectives consistent with LCS’ curricula and SOLs.
- Plans for individual student differences.
- Paces instruction to provide opportunities for student success.
- Utilizes a variety of teaching methods.
- Cooperates with other teachers to exchange ideas.
- Attends meetings as required.
- Maintains records as required by law and complies with state, federal, and school board policies and regulations.
- Utilizes effective motivational strategies.
- Maintains professionalism during stressful situations.
- Sets, communicates, and maintains high standards for responsible student behavior.
- The teacher will be required to follow any other instructions and perform any other duties as assigned by the principal or appropriate administrator.
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
Leadership Competencies
- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Candidate must possess a Virginia teacher license with a Music Education - Vocal/Choral Prek-12 endorsement
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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 required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
JOB STATUS:
OPEN
SALARY:
Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales.
DAYS:
START DATE:
2026-2027
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Retirement Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $45,924 - $68,020