Choir and Music Teacher – Pipestone Area Middle and High School
JOB DESCRIPTION
Pipestone Area School District #2689 is seeking a Vocal/Choir and Classroom Music Teacher. This includes teaching appropriate standards-based content, contributing to a team-based approach, embracing a student-centered approach, and participating in staff professional development sessions and other meetings. Pedagogically, best practices are encouraged and innovation expected. The vocal music teacher will lead and direct a program that includes school and MSHSL performances.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Hold or be eligible to obtain a Minnesota teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement
· Possess a high level of organizational and communication skills
· Knowledgeable computer user; familiarity with Student Information Systems
· Solid classroom management skills based on current research practices
· Willingness to be involved in other aspects of the Pipestone Area Schools culture and community
· Team Player and team-oriented thinker
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Deliver high quality standards-based lessons to students for classroom music and choir.
· Collaborate with colleagues to meet student needs.
· Maintain accurate records of students’ grades and attendance.
· Participate in mentoring and instructional coaching programs, align and deepen curriculum, and improve pedagogy.
· Practice and carry out rules and procedures as defined by the Pipestone Area School District.
· Participate in staff in-service, staff meetings, department work, committee work, parent conference nights, etc.
· Support the Principal with supervision of students.
· Communicate in a positive way to develop rapport with learners and treat them with respect.
· Demonstrate a commitment to the school’s mission and vision as well as the Pipestone Area Schools Portrait of a Graduate.
SUPERVISION:
Teachers report to the building principal.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:
Opportunities for extra-curricular activities may be available and posted on the District website.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Certified staff are compensated according to the current master agreement.
· Salary Range: $51,000 – $80,000 (based on education and experience)
· Benefits Include:
o Health insurance with HSA contribution
o Life insurance
o Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST)
o 403(b) match
· Voluntary Benefits (employee-paid):
o Dental
o Vision
o Supplemental life insurance
o Long-term disability
o Legal Shield
o AFLAC
To apply:
Complete the online application.
Pipestone Area Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer