Music Teacher, K - 4

K - 4 Music Teacher (Long-Term Sub)

Woodland Public Schools is seeking exceptional teachers who want to be part of an excellent school that promises to deliver impressive student learning results. We are looking for teachers who love kids and teaching, who know how to balance rigor and joy in a classroom setting and who are leaders in their current school. This position requires a self-motivated, collaborative professional who is deeply knowledgeable about instruction, assessment, and curriculum, and who thrives in a demanding and team-oriented culture.

The work assists the superintendent toward the accomplishment of the mission of the Woodland Public Schools of preparing students for career, life, and college so that they can become responsible and compassionate citizens. Work is performed under the direction of the principal.

Position Title: K - 4 Music Teacher (Long-Term Sub)

Location: North Fork Elementary

Days/Hrs: 7.0 hours per day, M-F, approximately 60 work days

Start Date: January 27 - April 29, 2027

Pay Schedule: Link to Schedule

Benefits: Position is not eligible for health benefits. Position is eligible for retirement through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).

Job Summary: To teach and educate students according to their educational needs and abilities. Plan, prepare, and deliver the lesson. Assess, record, and report on the development, progress, and behavior of students. Communicate, consult, and cooperate with other members of the school staff.

Qualifications:

• Hold a valid Washington State teaching certificate with proper endorsements for assignment
• Well-developed management skills, people skills, and effective communication skills
• Experience in data analysis and instructional design responsiveness to data
• Clear, accurate singing voice to model pitch and lead songs.
• Confident playing piano, ukulele, guitar, and Orff/percussion instruments for classroom instruction and accompaniment.
• Skilled at teaching basic rhythm, beat, and timing through movement and hands-on activities.
• Growth mindset and belief that all children can learn at high levels
• Team player willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done
• Experience working with diverse students and families, and a commitment to advocating for all children

Skills:

• Ability to speak clearly to students, other teachers, parents, and administration officials
• Ability to explain new ideas and unfamiliar concepts with authority and in a clear and concise way so that students can understand and keeps their attention
• Ability to deal with students from different backgrounds and abilities
• Ability to differentiate the curriculum to meet the needs of students
• Ability to engage parents and build healthy relationships with students and faculty
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills
• Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Strong technology skills - proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills with adults and students alike

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish Strong School and Classroom Culture: Cultivate a healthy classroom and school culture, modeling an approach to learning which emphasizes risk-taking, respect, curiosity, and constant commitment to quality improvement
• Thrive in an innovative, reflective culture that demands flexibility and quick adjustments to meet student needs
• Deliver Excellent Results: Teach high-quality project, problem, and/or inquiry-based lessons
• Plan units of study and daily lessons with clear outcomes that students can understand
• Plan with the end in mind using UBD (Understanding by Design) principles
• Plan high-interest, multimedia, fast-paced lessons
• Daily use of formative assessment to guide instruction
• Seek additional knowledge about how to diagnose students' misconceptions and correct quickly
• Collaborate with Colleagues: Seek, provide, and implement high-quality feedback from/to colleagues
• Model a growth mindset and foster continuous learning in students, families, and colleagues
• Open classroom doors to colleagues, families and community members
• Observe peers teaching and provide feedback to improve teaching and learning
• Create and support common school-wide systems
• Assist in special projects as needed and other duties as assigned or assumed
• Other Duties and Responsibilities: Center instruction on high expectations for student achievement
• Recognize effective teaching practices
• Recognize individual student learning needs and develop strategies to address those needs
• Provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum
• Foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment
• Use multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community
• Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning; work collaboratively with colleagues
• Teach the District-approved curriculum
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
• Develop lesson plans and instructional material and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
• Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Diagnose the learning disabilities of students
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
• Recognize and manage conditions which may lead to student control problems
• Establish clear parameters for student "in-classroom" conduct and make these expectations known
• Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports
• Create a climate of mutual respect between the teacher and their students
• Develop substitute plans when absent in enough detail for continued learning
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs, and student organizations
• Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally, the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as reading handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.