Elementary Music Teacher (Grades 3-6)

Great Hearts Academies • San Antonio, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Great Hearts Academies is seeking an Elementary Music Teacher for Grades 3–6 at Great Hearts Northern Oaks Lower School in San Antonio, Texas. Great Hearts is a network of public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools serving K–12 students. Its curriculum treats fine arts as part of the core program, including music performance, theory, history, and appreciation. The teacher will use Great Hearts curriculum and materials to deliver music instruction and foster an orderly, joyful classroom that supports students’ intellectual and moral development.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or higher is required for a lead teaching role.
• US work authorization is required.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• All majors are welcome.
• Teaching certification is not required for general education.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using Great Hearts curriculum and materials, prepare thoughtful lessons, and cultivate an orderly, joyful classroom.
• Provide appropriate academic support, monitor student progress, and work with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
• Uphold and model Great Hearts culture, policies, and expectations, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiate conferences as needed, and foster strong home-school partnerships.
• Participate in faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and ongoing professional growth.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with minimal employee cost.
• Texas Teacher Retirement System.
• Professional development offerings, including great books seminars, leadership and special education coursework and pathways, and reduced-tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level