Future Music Teacher Opportunities

Hebrew Public • Philadelphia, PA

10h • $55,000 - $88,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Hebrew Public is a growing network of secular schools committed to academic excellence, racial and economic integration, world language learning, and helping students become global citizens. Philadelphia Hebrew Public (PHP) serves students from more than 40 Philadelphia zip codes, primarily Black and Brown students, through rigorous academics, strong relationships, and a globally minded education. PHP invests in educators through coaching, collaborative planning, professional development, and certification support, and offers eligible teachers salary increases based on classroom impact after their first year.

This evergreen opportunity is for creative, talented, student-centered musicians and educators who may be a fit for future Contemporary Music Teacher positions. Applications are reviewed as staffing needs arise, and the Talent Team may contact candidates whose skills and experience align with future opportunities. The teacher inspires students across multiple grade levels to enjoy making music, develop instrumental skills, and build confidence through hands-on, performance-based instruction. Students learn keyboards, drums, and guitar, and develop the skills to perform together in small bands and ensembles.

Instruction emphasizes contemporary genres such as hip-hop, R&B, and pop, and practical musicianship including rhythm, collaboration, improvisation, and performance rather than traditional band, orchestral instruction, or primarily music theory. Through rehearsals, collaborative music-making, and school-wide performances, students explore their musical interests, develop their talents, and create music together. Candidates need not speak Hebrew.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Practical proficiency with keyboards, drums, and/or guitar, with the ability to teach beginning musicians and lead collaborative band experiences.
• Experience performing, rehearsing, or leading small bands or contemporary musical ensembles.
• Familiarity with hip-hop, R&B, pop, and other contemporary musical styles, and the ability to connect instruction to students’ musical interests.
• Ability to teach through hands-on experiences, listening, playing, improvisation, and performance rather than relying primarily on traditional notation or music theory.
• Commitment to culturally responsive instruction that celebrates students’ musical interests, identities, and experiences.
• Strong classroom management skills and ability to create an engaging, inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for students with varied musical abilities, backgrounds, and learning needs.
• Deep belief in the limitless potential of Black and Brown students and commitment to helping them thrive as global citizens.

Nice To Haves

• Pennsylvania teaching certification in Music, or active progress toward appropriate certification.
• Experience working in urban school communities.
• Experience teaching music to elementary and/or middle school students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, performance-based music instruction across multiple grade levels.
• Teach foundational keyboard, drum, and guitar skills through hands-on practice and age-appropriate activities.
• Lead small-group band experiences that develop ensemble skills, rhythm, and listening.
• Incorporate hip-hop, R&B, pop, and other contemporary genres that reflect students’ interests and cultural experiences.
• Teach practical musical skills, including rhythm, chords, basic song structure, improvisation, and performance techniques.
• Encourage creativity through collaborative music-making, songwriting, arranging, and exploration of different instruments.
• Differentiate instruction for students with varied musical experience, abilities, language backgrounds, and learning needs.
• Establish a joyful, inclusive, well-managed classroom with clear routines, high expectations, and safe instrument and equipment use.
• Assess student progress, provide meaningful feedback, and celebrate musical growth.
• Organize student band performances, showcases, and school-wide musical experiences.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Model Hebrew Public’s OLAM values: outstanding problem solving, continuous learning, making a difference, and intentional communication.
• Participate in collaborative planning, professional development, and school-wide initiatives.
• Reflect on instructional practice and pursue continued professional growth.
• Support school-wide expectations, priorities, and community-building activities.

Benefits

• Coaching, collaborative planning, professional development, and certification support.
• Eligible teachers may qualify after their first year for annual salary increases of 5% to 10% based on classroom impact, without needing additional graduate coursework.
• Professional development opportunities for continued learning and instructional growth.
• Collaborative planning and opportunities to share ideas and effective practices with colleagues.
• On-site Climate staff and Social Workers to support students and families.
• Opportunities to apply for funds to support pathways toward teacher certification.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development as available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time