2025-2026 Mariachi Middle School Teacher (Dwight and Shepard)

Job Title: Mariachi Teacher
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal
Pay Grade: Teacher scale

Dept./School: Campus assigned

Primary Purpose:
Direct, manage and implement a comprehensive Mariachi program. Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular Mariachi activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements. Plan activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate – Music EC-12

Demonstrated competency in core subject area assigned

College hours in Mariachi methods or professional Mariachi experience

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge and skills in teaching methods and strategies in voice and mariachi instruments, including violin, trumpet, vihuela, guitar and guitarron

Knowledge and skills in teaching Mariachi styles

Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of music technology

Kill in the use of technology and knowledge of appropriate software for musical event and contest registration

Demonstrated evidence of responsibility, competence, enthusiasm, and imagination

Demonstrated ability to foster cooperation and establish a professional relationship with other staff members

Demonstrated success in promoting positive public relations within the community

Demonstrated success in recruiting and retaining students in the program

Demonstrated success in motivating student to excel

Experience:

Three years teaching and Mariachi experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and prepare students for successful participation in UIL and solo & ensemble contests as well as performances within the school and community
• Assist with planning and implementation of the whole school music program
• Communicate expectations and program goals to students, faculty, parents, community, and booster club members
• Plan, promote and maintain a professional and positive working relationship with feeder idle school administration and staff
• Actively coordinate the efforts of the Mariachi booster organization
• Maintain accurate Mariachi equipment and uniform inventory
• Implement planned maintenance and cleaning schedule of equipment and uniforms
• Maintain the Mariachi music library
• Attend all UIL/TMEA Region meetings, clinics, and concerts
• Actively participate in professional organizations which foster and support music education
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position

Student Management

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)] Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Posture: Prolonged standing/walking; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, Sensory ability needs - significant; hearing, near vision, peripheral vision color discrimination, depth perception

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise, frequent cold and heat

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.