Description

Northwest Missouri State University
Is Hiring
* Part-Time Music Teacher
* Part-Time Instructional Aide

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Part-Time Music Teacher

DEPARTMENT:
Horace Mann
JOB DESCRIPTION:
PRIMARY DUTY:
This position will work part-time as the vocal music instructor and Bearcat Choir sponsor at the Horace Mann Laboratory School, which includes grades Kindergarten through Sixth Grade.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Teach vocal music at the elementary (K-6) level half time
2. Utilize effective instructional practice and deep theoretical knowledge in order to support teacher candidates learning and development through mentoring and providing in-depth feedback and assistance to teachers-in-training
3. Serve as Bearcat Choir Sponsor (3rd 6th grade musical group that performs at various events throughout the year, including but not limited to, the International Flag Raising, Thanksgiving Luncheon, Holiday Tree Lighting, etc.)
4. Develop and implement curriculum and lesson plans focusing on a child centered, engaging, and learning environment
5. Support, organize, and maintain an enriching, joyful, rigorous, and authentic music experience for children in grades K-6
6. Communicate regularly and proactively with children and families
7. Collaborate with staff members integrating music across curricular areas
8. Work to continuously improve effectiveness in all instructional practices and use feedback to make productive positive changes in performance
9. Complete all administrative requirements before given deadlines
10. Participate in required programs as needed throughout the year (including but not limited to Back to School Open House, Bearcat Choir events, Music Programs, school events, etc.)
11. Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: B.S., B.A. or B.M.E. degree and current certification for teaching music at the elementary level
Certification/License: Certification for teaching in Missouri
Experience: Experience in teaching early childhood and elementary student and in supervising music programs
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position will work in an elementary laboratory school setting on a college campus
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervising elementary and early childhood students
EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED:
Band instruments
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Elementary music classroom and the ability to lift up to 20 pounds

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P-T Instructional Aide

DEPARTMENT:
Leet Center
JOB DESCRIPTION:
PRIMARY DUTY:
Northwest Missouri State University School of Education is seeking applications for Instructional Aides for One year old through Sixth Grade classrooms at Horace Mann Laboratory School. The successful candidate will operate in a co-teaching capacity at an innovative, project-based, child-centered elementary laboratory school.
The Instructional Aide will work under the direction of the Director to support children with exemplary instruction within a laboratory school setting with a focus on project based learning and individualized instruction.
The Leet Center and Horace Mann Laboratories work with a focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics within a social justice framework. The Instructional Aide will work collaboratively with the classroom teachers to provide a unique instructional experience where children share a classroom with specific instruction and blended learning of integrated subjects.
The Instructional Aide is responsible for supporting the laboratory school staff in promoting high expectations for students, working collaboratively with co-teachers, communicating effectively with parents, assisting with curriculum development infusing art and music into content areas, and working collaboratively with the School of Education faculty and staff.
The Instructional Aide must demonstrate an appreciation and promotion of diversity as a commitment to the School of Education and Northwest Missouri State University.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Work in cooperation with master teachers to offer small group instruction, whole group classroom management and assist with all duties associated with teaching in an elementary school
2. Supervise classroom activities in the absence of the classroom teacher
3. Participate in highly collaborative, professional learning activities with colleagues
4. Build relationships with families and community members to promote regular parent involvement in school activities and ongoing partnerships
5. Support University and School initiative related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
6. Assist with university and program accreditation (NAEYC, HLC, CAEP, DESE, NAEYC, and/or other)
7. Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Associates degree or Bachelors degree from an accredited University/College/Technical School
Certification/License: Missouri Substitute Certificate (or the ability to obtain immediately)
Experience: Previous experience working with children
Skills: Nurturing and dedicated work ethic; flexibility; ability to be cooperative, enthusiastic, and dependable; good social disposition; model professional attitude and demeanor
Other: Successful completion of a background check; minimum of 18 years of age
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Collaborative team-based academic environment in a university-based laboratory school
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Could supervise Kindergarten through sixth-grade students

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to complete essential classroom/administrative functions; ability to lift up to 20 pounds

For more information or to Apply
Please go to:
https://www.nwmissouri.edu/hr