Long Term Substitute Elementary Music Teacher

Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools Recruit & Hire•Sioux Falls, SD

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About The Position

The Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools has a wonderful opportunity to join our family at St. Lambert and Holy Spirit Elementary School as a music teacher. Apply today to work in a supportive, faith-based culture with engaged colleagues. Our Mission desires “to form a community of faith and learning by promoting a Catholic way of life through Gospel values and academic excellence.” We are seeking an individual who will exhibit the Core Values of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity.

Requirements

Bachelor degree or higher in K-12 music education from an accredited institution
State certification with K-12 vocal music authorization
Exhibit the core values of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity
Piano proficiency and/or other instruments preferred
General understanding of Catholic liturgy of the Mass
Knowledge of relevant technology
Excellent verbal and written communication
Good problem solving and decision making skills
Self-motivated with high energy

Responsibilities

Promote the mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools
Model in word and action the teachings of the Catholic Church
Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
Develop schemes of work and lesson plans that adhere to system curriculum maps
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs
Use relevant technology to support instruction
Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
Observe, monitor and evaluate student’s progress and performance
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, assignments and enter grades on line
Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
Provide student supervision and discipline
Uphold professionalism and confidentiality
Conducts rehearsals and performances demonstrating understanding of differences in style among various types of music.
Provide music ministry at Mass, as assigned by school
Work to produce performances of high musical quality for the school and community in which groups are well-disciplined and make a good appearance
Christmas Concert and/or Spring Concert as assigned by school
Provide opportunities to participate in school, local and regional competitions, contests and events
Direct the liturgical choir, including rehearsals and performances, as assigned by school
Selects and places purchase orders for required music, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Member of the South Dakota Music Education Association (SDMEA)