Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancy for the 2024- 2025 School Year The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget. Position: Elementary Music Teacher Location: Harrington Elementary School General Description: Teach Music to elementary school students. Teach students in academic, social and emotional skills, working within assigned subject areas to provide optimum student services in accordance with the objectives established by the School Committee.
Coordinate efforts with specialists assigned to provide additional specific services. Confer with parents to promote better understanding of the pupil and his/her environment. Assist and guide ancillary personnel. Attend meetings and prepare and maintain all related records and reports reflecting activities as required or directed.
Perform other duties as directed or as responsibilities necessitate.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Teach K-4 music classes, adhering to district curriculum (incorporating First Steps in Music and Conversational Solfege, recorder in grade 3, and violin in grade 4)2. Focus on effective pedagogical techniques 3. Organize field trips and guest artist visits4.
Direct evening and weekend concerts5. Regularly assess students individually on their work6. Use the X2 system to enter grades for each student.7. Communicate regularly with families8.
Attend building and department meetings.9. Participate in department and building professional development activities.10. Adhere to State and National Music Standards in the music classroom.