Orchestra / General Music Long Term Substitute Teacher

Orchestra / General Music Long Term Substitute Teacher JobID: 5846

• Position Type:

Instructional - Classroom

• Date Posted:

9/9/2026

• Location:

Buckman Heights Elementary School

• Closing Date:

09/23/2026

The Greece Central School District believes that all students benefit from a culture where diversity, inclusion, and equity with excellence are valued. Greece Central School District welcomes stakeholders who can collaborate with other staff to ensure that our policies, regulations, practices, programs and services promote equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Salary: $44,000.00

Bargaining Unit ( click here (https://www.greececsd.org/o/gcs/page/employee-contracts) for contracts): GTA

Report Times: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Daily Hours: 7

Work Year: 2026-2027

Supervisor: Principal

Minimum Requirements:

NYS Certification in Music

Desired Qualifications:

Knowledge of general music and string pedagogy, with experience directing string orchestras.

Knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards for Music.

Alignment with District Core Values and ability to support our Mission: "The Greece Central School District's core purpose is to build a culture of high standards, engagement, and supportive relationships through equitable access to resources, opportunities, and partnerships, so that students are able to achieve social, emotional, and academic excellence."

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Passion for music and for inspiring a love of learning in students.

Position Summary/Responsibilities:

Direct 4th and 5th grade string orchestras.

Teach lessons on all string instruments.

Teach general music classes.

Design and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction aligned with the GCSD Arts Curriculum and NYS Music Learning Standards, utilizing diverse teaching methods to accommodate varied learning styles.

Create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment where all students feel supported and challenged.

Assess and monitor student progress, providing timely feedback and evidence-based interventions as appropriate.

Communicate effectively with students, parents, administrators, and colleagues regarding student progress and growth areas.

Stay current with best practices in music education and engage in continuous professional development.

Participate in evening concerts as well as district, county, and state-wide music festivals, as applicable.

Questions regarding this posting should be directed to:

Name: John-Martin Cannon

Title: Principal, Buckman Heights

Email: [email protected]

All new employees must be fingerprinted and cleared for employment through the NYSED before employment begins.

The Greece Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.

To find out more about what Greece Central School District has to offer our employees, please click here (https://www.greececsd.org/page/about-greece-central) .

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