Music / Art Teacher - Elementary NW campus

Coral Academy Of Science Reno • Reno, NV

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Music / Art Teacher at the NW campus works under the general supervision of an administrator to implement school board policy and the educational curriculum for an instructional division or unit. The teacher may teach one or more subjects. The role involves planning and preparing instruction for diverse learners, creating a respectful and safe classroom environment, engaging students in learning, assessing student progress, and carrying out professional responsibilities. The Coral Academy of Science is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with student teaching experience; alternatively, three years of verified contracted teaching experience with a bachelor's degree and the ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Nevada teaching license in the relevant subject area and/or grade level.
• Knowledge of child development; student behavior and characteristics; the relevant subject and/or credential area; effective teaching skills; planning and organizing; supervision and control; assessment and diagnosis; and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in creating an effective learning environment and maintaining effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain pupil behavior standards needed for a functional classroom learning atmosphere.
• Ability to use technology effectively for instruction, planning, data-based decision-making, and monitoring student achievement.
• New employees must be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• Music Education endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate mastery of content and pedagogy, knowledge of students, and knowledge of instructional resources.
• Set instructional outcomes for diverse learners.
• Design coherent instruction and student assessments aligned with Common Core State Standards.
• Create an environment of respect and rapport and demonstrate cultural competency.
• Organize classroom space to be safe, accessible, and resource-rich.
• Manage classroom procedures and student behavior, and establish a culture for learning.
• Communicate learning expectations and engage students in learning.
• Use questioning and discussion techniques and embed assessment in instruction.
• Demonstrate flexibility, responsiveness, and familiarity with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support.
• Maintain accurate records and reflect on teaching.
• Support family and community partnerships and participate in a professional community.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Perform other related duties or follow other instructions as required by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Eligible employees receive ten paid holidays each year.
• Eligible employees receive three paid personal leave days each year.
• Eligible employees receive five paid sick leave days each year.
• Eligible employees may select medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for which CAS contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Eligible employees may obtain paid dependent medical insurance coverage.
• For employees not scheduled to work in summer, CAS contributes 100% of the district-paid portion of eligible employees' insurance premiums for the summer months.
• No state income tax.
• No Social Security deductions for most positions working 20 hours per week or more.
• Retirement benefit through the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time