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Teacher, Music - General Music/Strings (5-8) Collegium Charter School 500

Building:

Grades 5-8 - Exton, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Collegium Charter School Job Details

Job ID:

5749350

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 10, 2026 Job Description Job Description

Title:

Teacher, General Music/Strings (5-8th)

Reports To:

Principal

Employee Type:

Full-Time, School Year Only, Salaried, Exempt Summary To develop students' understanding and appreciation of the art of music, including a wide range of musical genre, periods and styles. Identify, promote and develop each student's talents for musical expression. Job Responsibilities This list is intended to be illustrative rather than complete and serves to show major duties and responsibilities and does not express or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee will be required to perform other duties requested by the supervisor and/or school administrator. Develops and administers music curriculum consistent with CCS goals and objectives Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning Develops a balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction. Instructs students in developing knowledge and skills in choral music and to learn and practice tone, pitch, rhythm, tempo, and harmony Responsible for inspiring musicianship to motivate elementary students to become and stay involved with instrumental music and prepare them for advanced musical study at the next level Utilizes a repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed Assists with the planning, coordination of rehearsals for students in musical programs and performances outside of the classroom Instructs students in proper care and use of instruments used in music classes Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, instrument inventory, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by CCS and applicable laws Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents Enforces the CCS Student Code of Conduct, the CCS Uniform Code, and the CCS Computer Usage Code Promotes good citizenship through actions as a role model Conducts themself according to professional, ethical principles that reflect favorably upon the individual and the school Maintains the highest level of confidentiality pertaining to school and students' information, progress, and records Assumes other responsibilities assigned by supervisor and/or school administrator Abides by the CCS Employee Handbook, CCS policies and procedures, and all current PA Public School expectations Qualifications A four-year college degree and PA Music Education (PK-12) Teacher Certification. If certification is from a different state, PA certification must be obtained within determined a timeframe Demonstrated competence as a classroom teacher Knowledge of current music curriculum and concepts, instructional teaching methods and educational pedagogy Ability to organize and coordinate work Ability to work independently and within a team Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth Experience with learning management systems, Schoology preferred Knowledge of Microsoft, Google, and basic computer operations Required Clearances include Criminal Background Clearance (Act 34), Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151), and FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Act 114), all dated within one year of receipt Meets criteria for employment in a PA Public School Work Environment and Physical Demands The mental and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time Ability to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overhead Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud and the environment is active The duties in this school environment may include leaving the school building in various weather conditions, including rain and cold weather. This is a smoke-free/drug-free environment.

Position Type:

Full-Time