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Des Plaines School District 62

Part Time (.7) Elementary Music Teacher at Cumberland and Forest Elementary Schools

Job Description

JobID:
2364
Position Type:
Teaching/Grades K - 8
General Music Date Posted:
7/22/2026
Location:
District 62
Schools Date Available:
8/2026
Closing Date:
When Filled Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a .7 Elementary Music Teacher at Cumberland and Forest Elementary Schools for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a part time .7 position, with work days designated for full days on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and mornings on Wednesday. Part time teachers are also required to attend all institute and in-service days as well as parent-teacher conferences even if they are not on the typical designated work days; these days are compensated at the teacher's daily rate. Mission The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.
Qualifications:
1. Completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. 2.Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement. 3. Experience as an elementary teacher is preferred.
District Information:
District 62 has approximately 4,800 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round, K-8 school.
Compensation Information:
This position is part of the Des Plaines Education Association and salaries are part of the collective bargaining agreement. This position includes paid sick and personal time. Salary information can be found here: Certified Salary Information Additional information can be found Under "Contract Information" here: https://www.d62.org/our-story/departments/human-resources. Salary and sick and personal time are pro-rated for part time positions. This position includes health benefits, with costs associated for part time positions. All benefits information can be found here: https://ccsd62.benefithub.com/app/home
Application Procedure:
Apply online at https://tinyurl.com/D62Hires and complete the online application, including uploading a resume, letter of introduction, references and transcripts.
Selection Procedure:
All applications will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be recommended for further interview consideration by the building Principal. After interviews are completed, the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources will make a recommendation to the Board of Education via the Superintendent.

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A Music Teacher teaches music classes in elementary to secondary school, or recreationally. May teach general music or specialize in voice or vocal, piano, violin, guitar, band, conductor, or choir instruction.

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