Overview
Are you looking to be part of a dynamic and innovative team of teachers who believe in their mission of serving every student, every day? Hays Public Schools is the place you want to be! We are looking for motivated educators who are goal-driven and steadfast in their approach to teaching content, but more importantly, in supporting each student to achieve their academic and personal goals. At HHS, we offer the autonomy and support to be your best self.

Another exciting element to this position is the brand new, state-of-the-art, comprehensive high school opening in Fall 2025. As it pertains to fine arts, the new school will include an 800-seat auditorium, with balcony, new rehearsal halls, instrument storage, large and small practice rooms. 

Position Purpose
We are seeking a passionate and experienced vocal music teacher to join our team, though teachers new to the profession are also welcome to apply. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to fostering a love of music and providing a supportive and inspiring environment for students to develop their musical talents.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans a balanced music program and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time
• Utilizes a repertoire of all types of music literature, including tradition and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.
• Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.
• Evaluates each pupil’s musical growth and performance, assessing each individual’s contribution to the performance of the group.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities related to music.
• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Participates in facility committees and sponsorship of student activities.
• Supervises students in out of class activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year College or University.
• Kansas Teaching Certification – Instrument Music (K-12), or Vocal Music (K-12).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects of at least ten pounds.  The job requires the employee occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.