Music Teacher

1 week ago


Sacramento, California, United States Fortune School of Education Full time
About the Fortune School of Education

The Fortune School of Education is a comprehensive education system that includes non-profit preschools, a network of tuition-free public charter schools (TK-12th), and a school of education with master's programs and educator preparation programs accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Our mission is to graduate high-achieving students of good character prepared for college and citizenship in a democratic society.

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified Music Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will provide a high-quality instructional program within a small school environment where every student will have the opportunity to reach their fullest potential and acquire the tools needed to prepare for college. The Music Teacher will establish a personal relationship with each student, ensuring that each child feels valued as an individual, and establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college.
  • Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with California State Standards and Fortune School of Education Instructional Guidelines.
  • Assess students regularly and analyze student results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices.
  • Assume leadership role in some aspects of the development of the school.
  • Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress.
  • Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students' education.
  • Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged.
  • Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches.
  • Maintain accurate student records including attendance.
  • Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs.
  • Support the mission, vision, and core values of Fortune School.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Experienced in assessment, emphasizing student achievement as the primary outcome of schooling.
  • Systematically assesses and monitors student progress using objective and verifiable information whenever possible.
  • Works with principal to systematically identify and respond to at-risk students.
  • Makes referrals to appropriate community agencies when needed.
  • Provides meaningful information to parents/guardians and others regarding student progress.
  • Maintains policies and practices for grading, reporting, and promoting.
  • Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles.
  • Knowledge of subject matter, including California State Standards and subject-specific frameworks and assessments.
  • Ability and willingness to implement Fortune School Instructional Guidelines and Best Practices.
  • Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data.
  • Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices.
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, community, and stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Valid California Teaching Credential - Single Subject Music credential required.
  • Appropriate certification for teaching English Language Learners.
  • 1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred.
Working Conditions
  • Office environment: constant interruptions.
  • Outdoor environment: driving a personal vehicle to conduct work; visit school sites; travel to other organizations and companies; meetings and workshops.
Physical Abilities
  • Hearing and speaking to conduct group training; exchange information in person, electronically, and on the telephone.
  • Ability to read printed material and computer screens.
  • Ability to hear and comprehend speech at normal volumes.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer keyboard and other office equipment.
  • Kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally to retrieve and store files and supplies.
  • Ability to climb stairs, walk, and sit for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds.
  • Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Experience/Background
  • Experience teaching with Show Style Marching Band.
  • Concert/Jazz Band and Jazz Music Theory.
  • Ability to instruct and lead Jazz Band.
  • Able to accompany students on piano.
  • Provide vocal and instrumental instruction to students K-8.
  • Understanding of Music Theory and Jazz Theory.
  • Experience and ability to teach Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Piano/keyboard, Drums and other instruments or sections as needed.
  • Provide developmentally appropriate instruction in music to students K-8.

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