Music Teacher

Title/Position: Elementary School Music Teacher

Start date: July 27, 2024

Where: Houston Classical Charter School

Salary: $60,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Our School

Houston Classical Charter School was chartered by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to open in Houston in August 2020 beginning with kindergarten and first grade and adding a grade each year thereafter until the school accommodates scholars in Pre- kindergarten through eighth grade. Houston Classical has an accomplished and committed Board, which includes founders and a Head of School. We are looking for experienced, dedicated, and motivated educators who are excited by the challenge of being part of a new school. Houston Classical is founded on the idea that scholars can learn at a high level notwithstanding their zip code or background.

Mission of Houston Classical

Houston Classical’s mission is to ensure all scholars Pre K-8 are successful through a classical approach, rigorous academics, character development, and structured environment to ensure success in high school, college and in life.

Teaching at Houston Classical Charter School:

High quality, dedicated teachers who have a professional and personal dedication to scholar achievement are the single most important factor to the success of scholars and the school. Therefore, recruiting and selecting the best teaching staff is of paramount importance to our success.

Overview: The music teacher will implement an elementary music instructional program based on the school's vision. The music teacher will be responsible for performance experiences both inside and outside of the regular school day for scholars and families. The music teacher will school professional learning and fulfill all professional responsibilities as outlined.

Responsibilities:

● Responsible for all curriculum and duties associated with comprehensive music offerings in grades K-8

● Should possess knowledge of music education

● Willingness to develop an elementary school performance arts curriculum

● Working knowledge of best practice strategies

● Ability to collect and analyze data to assess student achievement

● Ability to provide differentiated instruction for students

● Ability to communicate effectively with parents, staff members, and students

● Ability to provide and maintain an orderly classroom environment

Belief System

Have an unyielding belief that all scholars will achieve

Desire to tailor instruction and “think outside of the box” to expose scholars to high quality and meaningful instruction at all times

Planning and Preparation

Set and hold scholars accountable for high academic and behavioral standards

Design rigorous, inquiry-based lessons

Immediately adjust lessons and teaching style if it is not resulting in academic and emotional growth

Consider the various learning styles of scholars when planning and implement opportunities for all scholars to participate in every lesson

Maintain impeccable order in the classroom with clear expectations and routines

Develop and maintain a phenomenal room environment that is clean, organized and student centered

Willingness to give and accept feedback in order to promote professional growth

Willingness to be a public learner and participate in learning opportunities with colleagues

Impeccable teacher attendance and punctuality is expected

Superior communication skills

Strong work ethic

Educational Background and Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree (required)

Demonstrated success working with scholars (preferred)

You have some experience working with children, working within a classroom or youth development settings.

You exude integrity, self-awareness, grit and perseverance.

You take and implement feedback quickly while possessing a sense of humor.

You are hard-working, fast-learning, and exceptional.

You have a deep-seated belief that children can reach the highest bars we set for them

You welcome the disruption of the status quo; and

You are interested in working in a collaborative environment

Houston Classical is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in the world.

We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.