THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

“Making a Positive Difference Through Education and Service”

 

VACANCY NOTICE

 

Vacancy Title:         Certified Vocal Music Teacher


Job Order Number:  7066290

City:                             St. Louis


Section/Division:      Missouri School for the Blind / Division of Special Education


Salary:                         $27,504.00 annually (depending on prior experience and credentials)

  
Deadline:                  Open until filled (posting date:  August 12, 2008)

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRABLE CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS
(Other qualifications and experience, which in the opinion of the Commissioner of Education
meet the requirements of the position may be accepted in lieu of the following.)

 

  1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with certification in music. 
  2. Missouri teacher’s certification in music or ability to obtain same.
  3. Certificate in teaching blind or visually impaired preferred.

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

 

1.  Teach subject matter appropriate to educational background and certification.

2.  Develop, implement and evaluate the individual educational plan for each student.

3.  Plan and outline class work within prescribed limits; assemble and prepare learning materials for special study.

4.  Plan and direct student musical performances at assemblies and evening events as assigned by supervisor.

5.  Keep scholastic and attendance records.

6.  Give individual instruction and encouragement as needed.

7.  May operate as part of a teaching team.

8.  May assist in teacher training of student teachers.

9.  Participate in conferences/meetings with parents.

10.  Confer with Principal or Director and/or parents regarding students’ needs, progress, and/or abilities.

11.  Perform related work as assigned.

 

 

BENEFITS
(For a Full-Time Position)

VACATION: Generally accrue 10 hours per month for employees with up to ten years of creditable service.  

SICK LEAVE:  Generally accrue 10 hours per month.

FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE:  After 12 months or 1250 hours of employment, 12 weeks of unpaid leave is available for employees as laid out in the policy.

ORGAN/BONE MARROW DONATION LEAVE:  5 workdays given for bone marrow donation and 30 workdays given for organ donation. 

SCHOOL-VISIT LEAVE:  Up to 8 hours of paid leave for assisting in the classroom with curricular activities or visiting with child’s teacher on curricular activities and other events as outlined in the policy.

HOLIDAYS:  12 holidays per year.

RETIREMENT:  Vested after five years of creditable service.

LIFE INSURANCE:  Free basic life insurance coverage equal to one-times the employee's annual salary.  The minimum coverage amount will remain $15,000.

OPTIONAL LIFE INSURANCE:  Employee may purchase up to 6 times their annual salary.  Spouse and children life insurance coverage is available.

HEALTH PLANS:  Employer-paid/subsidized plans available the month after employment.

DENTAL PLANS:  Several plans are available in limited areas of the state. Employees may pay through a payroll deduction.

VISION PLAN:  Available statewide.  Employees may pay through payroll deduction.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:  Up to six counseling visits per episode per family member per year.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION:  If employee contributes a minimum of $25 per month towards the State of Missouri Deferred Compensation Plan, then the State will contribute an additional $25 per month to eligible employees after 12 continuous months of employment.

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

Because the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education values diversity in the workplace, people of all ethnic backgrounds, disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

To Our Applicants with Disabilities:  For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619.  Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs.
 

OTHER DESE JOB OPPORTUNITIES


To inquire about other employment opportunities, please call the Human Resource Voicemail System at (573) 751-3815; or access our Web Page at:  http://www.dese.mo.gov/divadm/humanres/vacancies.html

 

TTY/TDD users:  Please access the DESE Job-Line via the Relay Missouri service at 1-800-735-2966.
 

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