DISTRICT CHAIRPERSON, MUSIC #35750 (Current Employees Only)
Job Description
POSITION: DISTRICT CHAIRPERSON, MUSIC (Current Employees Only)
LOCATION: District-Wide position for the 2026-2027 SY
(May be filled as a Chair or Co-Chair)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must hold or be eligible for State of Delaware Certification in Music
- Master's Degree, preferred
- Three or more years successful teaching experience
- Experience developing and delivering various professional development i.e., seminars, interactive work sessions, small group, and one on one coaching
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, school administrators and central office staff
- Knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning
- Knowledge of strategies to increase student engagement
- Knowledge of instructional differentiation strategies
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
SALARY: CEA EPER Salary Scale
MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please apply online, upload a letter of interest, and resume to your completed application no later than June 14, 2026. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrate commitment to the district vision and mission, by communicating and supporting the instructional focus
- Serve as a model of professionalism
- Collaborate with District Administrators and Instructional/Curriculum Coaches on planning and implementation of various District-wide Curricular initiatives (K-12)
- Collaborate with Teaching and Learning Administrators to identify annual objectives for the Content area
- Plan and facilitate monthly meetings of Subject Area Teachers in the Content Area to communicate curricular issues and coordinate the implementation of annual objectives. Meetings with Teachers must cover district initiatives as they relate to content area:
- Review and analyze District achievement data in the Content area and identify key strengths and potential opportunities to improve curriculum
- Identify professional development needs in the Content Area
- Gather feedback and provide timely input in the review and revision of curriculum materials, pacing guides, and instructional materials
- Coordinate the ordering of textbooks and instructional materials in the Content Area district- wide
- Coordinate the distribution and inventory of textbooks and instructional materials in the Content Area district-wide
- Ensure that Teachers are aware of curriculum changes/revisions, and know how to access materials and other instructional materials
- Serve as a member of the Core Curriculum Team for the Content area
- Serve as a resource for teachers (new and experienced) who need assistance in the Content area
- Serve as a resource for teachers who need assistance with effective strategies for remote learning
- Other duties specific to Subject matter
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position
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Employment is Conditional Upon Receipt of an An Acceptable Criminal Background Report and a Child Abuse Registry Check Showing You Are Not on the Registry at any Level
The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S College Avenue, Newark DE 19702; Telephone: (302) 552-2600.