._**Qualifications**:_Bachelor's or Master's degree related to Music.- **Schedule**:_Monday to Friday 7:20am (PYP)-4:00 pm.- **General Summary**_To carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require and in accordance with the school's policies under the direction of the Coordinators. A Teacher of Music is an informed, reflective practitioner who uses inquiry teaching strategies to create positive learning environments which motivate and challenge all learners to become self-regulated, life-long learners and leaders.- **Responsibilities**_General- Teaches skills in music understanding/appreciation, harmony, explorations in music and choral music to elementary pupils.- Plans/executes a balanced music program and organizes class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.- Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the music curriculum to the needs of each pupil.- Encourages students to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible.- Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.- Maintains care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments and equipment to prevent loss or abuse.- Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.- Evaluates each pupil's musical growth, performance, and musical understanding.- Assesses each individual's contribution to the performance of the group.Additional Related Duties/Responsibilities:- Selects appropriate music, books and instructional aids to enhance learning and requisitions musical instruments and instructional supplies as necessary.- Cooperation with Building Principal and staff in providing musical programs for school assemblies, open house, parent meetings and seasonal programs.- Communicates with parents and school staff on individual student's progress.Working Conditions:- Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations.- Ability to stand and circulate for extended periods of time.- Ability to see for purposes of reading music, correspondence, documents and printed matter and observing students.- Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels.- Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation