Elementary Music Teacher

Taft ISD - Elementary Music Teacher

Elementary Music Teacher

Taft ISD

400 College street

Taft , TX 78390

Professional/Certified - Position Type/Grade Level - Elementary Classroom Teacher

Job Number 0000764845

Start Date 08/03/2026

Open Date 05/27/2026

Closing Date

Job Title: Elementary Music Teacher

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/ Professional

Reports to: Elementary Principal

Workday Calendar: 184 Days

Dept./School: Petty Elementary

Pay Scale: Teacher Salary Schedule

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the music and fine arts program at the elementary campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and develop an appreciation for the arts. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Demonstrated competency in instrumental music

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Ability to interpret data

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Student teaching or approved internship and band experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Direct musical performers at the elementary level in the classroom and performances.
• Provide for student participation at extracurricular events including concerts, parades, and other community events.
• Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's elementary curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students and support mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, material, and facilities.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Budget and Inventory

• Assist with development and administration of the budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
• Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in all areas, especially related to the fine arts program.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the campus principal.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer, phone systems, video/instructional equipment, and peripherals; musical instruments and equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds); may lift and move musical instruments

Environment: Work inside from school, home, or location other than school building, may work outside; regular exposure to computer monitors; frequent exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Building/Campus Petty Elementary

Salary: From 55000.00

Salary: To 74775.00

Salary Type Annually

Technology Literacy E-mail, Spreadsheets, Word Processing, Internet, Other, PowerPoint

Extra-Curricular Coaching/Sponsoring Interests Band, Other - Non Athletic

Subject Area/Teaching Field/Endorsement Art, Music, Elementary Self Contained - Music

Additional Job Information

• -184 Workday Calendar
• -Marching Band experience preferred; stipend available for extra duty
• -$400 Employer Contribution towards TRS Active Care health insurance
• -Low cost supplemental insurance coverage available to employee
• -$25,000 life insurance policy paid by district