Music Teacher 6-8

Music TeacherUpshur County Schools Notice of Vacancy 2026-2027 School YearPosition: Music TeacherImmediate Supervisor: PrincipalFLSA Status: ExemptEmployment Term: 200 days annually, pursuant to WV code § 18-5-45: extended employment terms may be established by UCBOESalary: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Upshur County Teacher Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education levelEvaluation: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal/immediate supervisor and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5310, and UCBOE Policy 5010Job Summary: Provide appropriate instruction to school students and insure that the students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate grade level.Performance Responsibilities:Responsible for planning and implementing the WV College and Career Readiness Standards and Objectives.Responsible for implementing adopted and supplemental academic programs.Responsible for implementing 21st Century Learning Skills and Technology Tools.Responsible for planning and implementing collaborative models with special education students and teachers.May be responsible for planning and implementing designated co-curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs and field trips.Design standards driven instruction and use a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning.Responsible for planning and implementing support for personalized learning for all students to respond to the unique characteristics of learners.Strong working/communication skills with students, parents and peers.Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal, central office and WVDE for school improvement.Establish and maintain a safe and appropriate learning environment.Fulfill and demonstrate professional growth in the West Virginia High Quality Standards and improvement in professional practice.Demonstrates an understanding of The Professional Teaching Standards Includes supervisory and/or other duties as assigned by Principal.Qualifications:Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels, pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2; Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A-3-10, as appropriate; Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a.Attain and maintain Highly Qualified Teacher Status.Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60 dB). Exceptions include gymnasiums as well as vocational/technical laboratories where the noise levels may be moderate to loud (60-90 dB).The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.