High School Teacher - Instrumental Music at Southeast

High School Teacher - Instrumental Music at Southeast

Springfield School District 186

Southeast High School - Springfield, Illinois

Job Details

Job ID:5668868

Application Deadline:May 07, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted:Yesterday

Starting Date:Aug 20, 2026

Job Description

TITLE OF VACANCY: Instrumental Music Teacher

LOCATION: Southeast High School

CONTRACT PERIOD: 180 Days

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Illinois PEL (Professional Educator's License) endorsed in high school music

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Establish a sound educational setting by maintaining a classroom climate conducive to learning and by utilizing available facilities and resources within the room

Plan for individual student needs in structuring learning activities and the involvement of all students in the learning process

Use objectivity in allowing student to express and hold personal feelings, attitudes and values promoting interactional skills

Demonstrate teaching skills necessary to perform duties, including maintaining classroom control, utilizing appropriate techniques and being knowledgeable about subject matter

Prepare for activities by having lessons, materials and supplies on hand an allowing proper allotment of time for planned activities

Establish short and long range goals relevant to the student and content

Establish appropriate evaluation techniques and show students how to analyze, evaluate and revise their own work

Develop a fair and consistent classroom management plan and adhere to the District discipline code

Communicate effectively with students, parents and staff

Cooperate in carrying out school and district policies and regulations

Be punctual and regular in attendance

Provide students with performance opportunities in the community

Build and maintain a relationship with feeder middle school choir programs

Work with total staff to integrate music into other aspects of the curriculum

Work with small ensembles for community or contest performances

Work with individual students to develop their specific talent for festivals or contests

Perform other duties as assigned

EFFECTIVE DATE:

First contractual day of the 2026-2027

District 186 180-day calendar

SALARY and BENEFITS: In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement;

Go to the 26-27 SEA Salary Schedule to view the SEA Salary Schedule

Position Type:Full-Time