The Kenmore Tonawanda School District is looking to hire a probationary music teacher  for the 2024-25 school year to teach K-4 general music and 4th grade chorus at Holmes Elementary.

Essential Characteristics

• A valid New York State teaching certificate in Music K-12

• Demonstrated successful classroom experience at the elementary level (K - 4) 

• Demonstrate ability to conduct a 4th grade chorus 

• Demonstrate skills on Uke, Piano, Recorder, hand drumming and Orff instruments

• Demonstrate excellent aural acuity

• Has a firm belief in the potential of all students

• Demonstrate ability to implement reliable classroom management strategies

• Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively and effectively with staff members, colleagues, administration, parents, and community groups.

• Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire students at a variety of ability levels

• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and attention to detail and organization

• Ability to reflect on teaching - allowing for growth 

• Demonstrated willingness to contribute within and outside the department for school community and extracurricular events (school musical, chaperon, school events, etc.)

• Possess knowledge of the NYS Music Learning Standards

• Active in professional organizations, e.g. NAfME, NYSSMA and ECMEA 

• Continued professional development, e.g. workshops, clinics, courses