BAND/MARCHING BAND/CHOIR TEACHER ~ GRIFFITHS MIDDLE SCHOOL 2023-24 School Year at Downey Unified School District
About the Employer
Downey Unified School District (DUSD) is located approximately 12 miles south of Los Angeles, offering easy access to scenic mountains and beaches. For decades, DUSD has maintained a reputation for excellence, driven by our unwavering mantra, “Our Kids Deserve the Best.” This philosophy guides every decision and daily practice, ensuring that students receive the highest quality education and support.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Responsible for instructing middle school students in the field of band and choral music while creating a safe and orderly learning environment. Position motivates students to develop an interest in and an appreciation for the art of music. Position develops knowledge, skills, and talents of students in the field of music, utilizing a variety of instructional techniques appropriate to students’ interests and abilities. Must have knowledge of all wind instruments (fingerings, embouchure). Will teach, direct and manage all aspects of the Concert Band, Jazz Band, Marching Band and Choir. Must possess the ability to work with parents to engage them in helping with events and fundraising. Will report directly to the school principal and performs other duties connected with the school program as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
• Valid California Teaching Certificate. • Minimum of three (3) years teaching experience preferred. • Demonstrates expertise in knowledge and teaching of instrumental music. • Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
ALL applicants must apply at www.Edjoin.org. Current DUSD employees wishing to be considered for this position ONLY NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and one letter of recommendation from a District administrator, which is less than one year old. APPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 2023 ~ 4:00 p.m. All applicants will be screened, and the top candidates will receive interviews.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation no older than 1 year)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
• Valid California Teaching Certificate. • Minimum of three (3) years teaching experience preferred. • Demonstrates expertise in knowledge and teaching of instrumental music. • Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
ALL applicants must apply at www.Edjoin.org. Current DUSD employees wishing to be considered for this position ONLY NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and one letter of recommendation from a District administrator, which is less than one year old. APPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 2023 ~ 4:00 p.m. All applicants will be screened, and the top candidates will receive interviews.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation no older than 1 year)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and shall not be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of any program or activity, except as provided for by law or regulation. The Board of Education also requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so and when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying
Comments and Other Information
It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and shall not be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of any program or activity, except as provided for by law or regulation. The Board of Education also requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so and when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying
Application Deadline
4/26/2023 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/5/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$68,516 ~ $140,254 Other stipends if applicable: MA - $763 / Doctoral - $3,134
Length of Work Year
185 days
Employment Type
Full Time