Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Holds a valid and current Multiple Subject Preliminary with Supplementary Authorization in Music; English Language Learner Authorization or CLAD certificate required, or Single Subject Preliminary or Clear Credential in Music or comparable subject
• Bachelor’s Degree, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements
• Two semesters of student teaching or two years of full-time elementary classroom experience
• Meets District standards for physical and mental health
• Good to superior recommendations from student teaching supervisors or other professionals who have observed the personal characteristics, scholastic attainment, and classroom performance of the teacher
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge and technical ability on the following instruments: violin, cello, flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, and percussion.
• Ability to demonstrate basic music keyboard skills.
• Ability to tune string instruments (violin, viola, cello, bass).
• Performance level proficiency on one or more instruments.
• Knowledge and ability to do minor instrument repairs.
GENERAL MUSIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge of musical terminology, recorder, and vocal technique.
• Ability to demonstrate basic music keyboard skills.
• Knowledge and ability to arrange and transpose music, as needed, to improve instruction and student success.
• Orr and Kodaly experience, preferred.
• Vocal performance proficiency.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Depth of training in one or more areas of the elementary school curriculum
• Knowledge of current trends and research concerning the growth and development of elementary age children
• Previous classroom teaching experience at more than one grade level and in several different school settings.
• A broad experience in a variety of professional assignments requiring the application of specialized skills and talents
** applications missing one or more required documents will not be considered **
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation dated within the last year)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
SSUSD accepts unlimited years of service.