Temporary Music Teacher @ Paloma Elementary at San Marcos Unified School District
About the Employer
Welcome to San Marcos Unified School District! The San Marcos Unified School District is an innovative and collaborative community providing an unparalleled educational experience. Through an engaging and supportive environment, all our students are challenged, inspired, and poised to excel.
Job Summary
Job Summary
This position is a Temporary Assignment for the 2026/2027 school year, applicant will sign a Temporary Contract.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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- TITLE – Teacher, Music
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Credential
- California credential authorizing instruction in Music
- Education
- Sufficient to meet credential requirements
- Experience
- None required
- Personal
- See District requirements
- KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of and ability to implement the subject matter, philosophical, social, and educational concepts relative to the duties and responsibilities listed on this job description
- DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following activities:
- Develop and administer the instrumental music budget
- Select and order music and other related items for the music library
- Maintain an inventory of all music and related instructional items in the music library
- Plan and direct the selection, ordering, issuing, inventorying, storing and maintenance of musical instruments and uniforms
- Audition and select pupils for participation in performing instrumental classes
- Work cooperatively with other members of the Performing Arts Department for the production of music events
- Coordinate and work cooperatively with the advisors of the auxiliary groups
- Coordinate the work of parent booster clubs and volunteers
- Coordinate and develop master schedule for performances and rehearsals of the instrumental and auxiliary groups
- Coordinate and assist in the preparation of students for auditions to regional and state honor group participation
- Coordinate and arrange transportation of all off-campus activities
- Coordinate and supervise student groups at public performances
- Under the general direction of the principal, assumes the complete responsibility for directing and teaching all classes offered in Instrumental Music, Music Theory, and directing the activities of one or more performing instrumental groups which may include concert band, jazz band, marching band, and orchestra
- Teaches skills in music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in choral music (chorus, choir, choral ensemble)
- ACCOUNTABILITY
- Person to whom responsible
- Building Principal
- Evaluator
- Building Principal / Assistant Principal
- Persons responsible to the Teacher, Music
- Those designated by the Building Principal
Requirements / Qualifications
Appropriate California Single Subject Credential Authorizing Service in Music. If you do not have a posted credential please attach a letter that states you are currently enrolled in a program, and list your expected graduation date. EL Authorization (CLAD, BASP, ELAM, ELAS, or ELA1 accepted) **Required** Letter of Introduction Resume Letter(s) of Recommendation (x3) **If you do not have a posted credential please attach a letter that states you are currently enrolled in a program, and list your expected graduation date **
For credential questions, email Amber Christman at amber.christman @smusd.org
Requirements / Qualifications
Appropriate California Single Subject Credential Authorizing Service in Music. If you do not have a posted credential please attach a letter that states you are currently enrolled in a program, and list your expected graduation date. EL Authorization (CLAD, BASP, ELAM, ELAS, or ELA1 accepted) **Required** Letter of Introduction Resume Letter(s) of Recommendation (x3) **If you do not have a posted credential please attach a letter that states you are currently enrolled in a program, and list your expected graduation date **
For credential questions, email Amber Christman at amber.christman @smusd.org
Comments and Other Information
Number of Work Days: 184
Hours Per Day: 7.5
This position is a Temporary Assignment for the 2026/2027 school year, applicant will sign a Temporary Contract.
Attachments must be scanned and forwarded with your on-line application. We do not accept e-mailed, faxed, or postal mailed documents.
Comments and Other Information
Number of Work Days: 184
Hours Per Day: 7.5
This position is a Temporary Assignment for the 2026/2027 school year, applicant will sign a Temporary Contract.
Attachments must be scanned and forwarded with your on-line application. We do not accept e-mailed, faxed, or postal mailed documents.
Application Deadline
8/24/2026 11:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/10/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Placement on the Certificated Salary Schedule
Length of Work Year
2026/2027
Employment Type
Full Time
Fringe Benefits:
District offers Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for Employee and Eligible Dependents