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Mariachi Band Teacher
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What they do
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.
$50,969 / year median in New Mexico
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Mariachi Band Teacher
Espanola Public Schools
Espanola Valley High School - Española, New Mexico This job is also posted in Espanola Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5913547
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Title:
Mariachi Music Teacher
Work Unit/Location:
Assigned Work Site Reports to:
Site Principal Supervises:
Students Contract Length:
163 days 4-day week
Pay Schedule:
Per approved salary schedule
Overtime Status:
Must be approved
Hours:
7:16 am - 3:45 pm
Union Status:
Union
Licensure:
NMPED Teaching Licensure
Española Public Schools is seeking a passionate and experienced Mariachi Music Teacher to establish and develop a new mariachi music program at Española Valley High School.
Position Summary
The Mariachi Music Teacher will provide engaging instruction in mariachi music while developing students' musical skills, cultural understanding, creativity, teamwork, and performance abilities. The teacher will build the program from its early stages, including student recruitment, curriculum development, repertoire selection, rehearsals, performances, and equipment needs.
Essential Responsibilities
Establish and develop the high school mariachi program.
Recruit and engage students with varying levels of musical experience.
Teach mariachi vocal and instrumental techniques.
Provide instruction in music fundamentals, ensemble performance, and mariachi history and traditions.
Select appropriate repertoire and prepare students for performances.
Develop opportunities for concerts, school events, festivals, and community performances.
Maintain and manage program instruments, equipment, music, and materials.
Collaborate with school administration, staff, families, and community partners.
Maintain a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment.
Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
Valid New Mexico teaching license appropriate for the position or eligibility for licensure.
Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in mariachi music, performance, or instruction.
Strong communication, organizational, classroom management, and student engagement skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree or coursework in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field.
Experience performing, teaching, or directing mariachi music.
Proficiency with multiple mariachi instruments.
Experience developing or establishing a music program.
Bilingual or multilingual skills.
Join Española Valley High School in creating a new mariachi program that provides students with meaningful opportunities to learn, perform, and celebrate the rich musical traditions of mariachi.
Española Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$55,200 to $83,980 Per Year
Job Requirements
At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required