Elementary Music Teacher

Job Description
Elementary School Music Teacher (grades K to 8)
Part-Time (10 hours per week) starting in the 2026-2027 school year
City & State: Columbia, PA
School: Our Lady of the Angels School
 
FLSA Status: Exempt
 
Basic Job Description: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' interest, abilities, talent, skills, understanding, and appreciation of music. To implement the approved diocesan music curricula by developing lesson plans and modeling the necessary skills to perform tasks. To teach pupils at the elementary level basic academic, social, and other formative skills in keeping with the school's Catholic character and Gospel values.
 
Reports to: Principal
 
Essential Functions:

• Develops and administers music education curricula consistent with Diocesan and school goals and objectives.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to student learning in individualized and small group instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical knowledge and skills and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students' needs, including students with special needs. Prepares progress reports based on these assessments.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies, tools, instruments, and other equipment. Maintains inventory records and ensures equipment is in good order.
• Instructs pupils in proper care and use of supplies, tools, instruments, and other equipment.
• Develops a balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
• Utilizes a repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
• Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom. May sponsor outside musicians.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn about current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, professional meetings, or conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by school procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

 
Responsibilities/Tasks for: Elementary School Teacher

1. Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon the request of immediate supervisors.
2. Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
3. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning while following approved curricula.
4. Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and requirements of the state, diocese, and school.
5. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
6. Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.
7. Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies. Prepare, organize, and label materials. Prepare the classroom for class activities. Create displays of students' work.
8. Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use in learning activities and in imaginative play.
9. Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, or other experiential activities. Guide students in learning from those activities.
10. Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
11. Organize and lead activities such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling, to promote physical, mental, and social development.
12. Read books to e