Instrumental Music Teacher District - Wide Elementary (2026/2027 School Year)

Soledad Unified School District • Soledad, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumental Music Teacher provides an integrated educational program for assigned students, addressing social, emotional, academic, and psychomotor learning. The teacher also assists with related programs and activities and performs other school-related duties as required or assigned. The position is district-wide at the elementary level for the 2026/2027 school year.

The teacher assesses students’ knowledge, attitudes, skills, experiences, learning modes, and aspirations to provide relevant, integrated instruction. Responsibilities include planning and delivering instruction, monitoring and evaluating student progress, maintaining an appropriate learning environment, supervising students, keeping records, communicating with families as appropriate, and supporting district and school goals. Daily English Language Development instruction may be required.

The position requires a proper California Single Subject Teaching Credential with CLAD and/or BLAD equivalent, CPR/First Aid certification, and Highly Qualified status. Bilingual English/Spanish ability and BCLAD Spanish are preferred. The work year is 186 days, with a 7-hour workday scheduled from 7:45 a.m. to 3:25 p.m.

Requirements

• Proper California Single Subject Teaching Credential with CLAD and/or BLAD equivalent.
• CLAD/EL authorization required.
• Must be Highly Qualified.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to see for observing students and reading instructional materials, tests, student records, and other printed matter.
• Ability to understand speech at normal levels in person or by telephone.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a normal conversation in person or by telephone.
• Comfort using a computer, iPad, a variety of apps, and LCD/audio equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry supplies and printed materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• BCLAD Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assess students’ knowledge, attitudes, skills, experiences, modes of learning, and aspirations to provide relevant, integrated curriculum and programming.
• Provide daily English Language Development instruction if required.
• Diagnose student needs, formulate long-range objectives, develop appropriate lesson objectives, sequence skills within subject areas, and evaluate student progress.
• Maintain current subject-matter knowledge, teach to objectives, apply learning principles, monitor and correct student performance, and pursue professional growth.
• Use district curricular objectives, appropriate assessment procedures and instructional materials, and record student learning in relation to district-expected outcomes.
• Develop a positive classroom atmosphere, establish and maintain behavior standards consistent with district discipline policy, maintain an environment conducive to learning, and support on-task behavior.
• Maintain current and appropriate classroom displays, including student work when appropriate.
• Supervise pupils, maintain records, and prepare required reports.
• Hold parent conferences when required, requested, or appropriate.
• Support district and school goals and objectives.
• Use discretion when communicating school matters.
• Be punctual for classes and duty assignments, follow district regulations and policies, and maintain appropriate appearance.
• Assist with related programs and activities and perform other school-related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• District annual contribution of $10,712 for employee-only medical, dental, and vision coverage, up to $23,641.44 for employee-and-family medical, dental, and vision coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed