QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid certification to meet State requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
2. Have demonstrated the professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, parents, school personnel and members of the community.
3. Must have demonstrated success in working with a variety of students.
4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO:         Building Principal

The Preschool Music Teacher provides developmentally appropriate music instruction that supports the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of preschool-aged children. Through engaging musical experiences—including singing, movement, rhythm, and instrument exploration—the teacher fosters creativity, self-expression, and a love for music while supporting early learning standards and school readiness.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate music lessons that engage preschool students in singing, movement, rhythm activities, and instrument exploration.

2. Use music as a tool to support early childhood development, including language development, listening skills, coordination, creativity, and social interaction.

3. Create a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation and exploration through music.

4. Adapt music instruction to meet the diverse developmental needs, abilities, and learning styles of preschool children.

5. Integrate music activities that support early childhood learning goals, including literacy, numeracy, motor development, and social-emotional skills.

6. Collaborate with preschool teachers and staff to support classroom themes, reinforce learning concepts, and enhance the overall preschool program.

7. Select and maintain age-appropriate musical instruments, materials, and resources for classroom use.

8. Model appropriate musical skills, enthusiasm, and positive engagement to inspire student participation.

9. Maintain effective classroom management and supervise students during all instructional activities.

10. Communicate effectively with preschool staff and administrators regarding instructional activities and student engagement.

11. Ensure compliance with school division policies, safety procedures, and early childhood education standards.

12. Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and collaborative planning as appropriate for the role.

13. Perform other duties as assigned by the principal. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and feel.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

200-day contract.  Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.