2026-2027 Music Teacher East Lake Elementary School

POSITION PURPOSE: The elementary school music teacher teaches general music classes to children ranging in age from kindergarten through fifth grade.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teaches general music including harmony, appreciation, history, and ensemble.
•  Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students.
• Provides opportunities for music ensembles including rock band, choir & musicals.
• Plans, rehearses, and directs students in three musical programs for school and community.
• Differentiate music curriculum to meet the needs of the individual student and the student body. Plans a balanced music program, and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
• Develops and refines music curriculum based on music standards of creating, performing, and responding.  
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and music performances.
•  Evaluates each student’s musical growth and contribution to the performance of the group that allows everyone to contribute.
•  Communicates clearly with parents and school faculty/staff on the progress of individual students.
• Maintains care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments, and equipment to prevent loss or abuse.
• Cooperation with Head of School and staff in providing musical programs for school assemblies, open house, parent meetings and seasonal programs.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum BA in Music or Music Education
• Ability to work with musicians/vocalist at all skill levels
• Strong instrumental/vocal skills

Must be eligible for South Carolina Teaching Certificate SC Department of Education
 
CERTIFIED TEACHER REQUIREMENTS:
Required documents must be uploaded.   Documents are not accepted otherwise. 

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Valid teaching certificate (SC or Out of State) or Passing exam scores
• Three professional confidential references completed
         * new graduates -reference from cooperating teacher & supervising professor 
          *experienced teachers - reference from most recent supervisor 

OCSD requires a negative Turberculosis Test Result before employment begins.

• Negative TB test result less than 1 year old - upload if available or upload statement will provide at new hire orientation.   
• Current OCSD employees - "I am currently employed with OCSD. TB Test is on file."
• TB Test result must be submitted at new hire orientation (no exceptions).

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

1. Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
2. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.
3. Speak and hear.
4. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
5. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
6. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.

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WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS:

1. Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
2. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
3. Have regular and punctual attendance.
4. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities

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REPORTS TO: Principal

DAYS PER YEAR: 190 Days

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Teacher Salary Scale

EMPLOYEE GROUP: Full Time 

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Must apply online by completing the appropriate application and adding this specific job to your online application.

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
 

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THE ORANGEBURG COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER