Elementary Teacher - Long Term Substitute (Music)
About The Position
The Music Teacher provides music instruction and ensemble experiences for students in grades K–5, supporting the continued development of students’ musical skills, creativity, and appreciation of music. The successful candidate teaches K–5 general music, provides small-group instrumental music lessons, and directs grade-level chorus, band, and orchestra ensembles. The role calls for a skilled musician and educator who can engage students with diverse musical interests and abilities, foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, and contribute to a vibrant school music program. This is a long-term substitute assignment focused on maintaining continuity in the school’s music program, including established instructional routines, ensemble schedules, and performance preparation. Instruction should follow the district’s music curriculum and align with the Massachusetts Arts Curriculum Frameworks and district learning goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in music education or a related field.
- Strong musicianship and the ability to teach general music and lead vocal and instrumental ensembles.
- Ability to manage a diverse range of instructional responsibilities and respond effectively to varying student needs.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to use educational technology effectively.
- Commitment to creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
Nice To Haves
- Massachusetts educator licensure in Music, or eligibility for appropriate licensure.
- Experience teaching elementary general music, ideally in grades K–5.
- Experience directing elementary chorus, band, and orchestra ensembles.
- Proficiency in piano or other accompanying skills.
- Experience or training in music education methodologies, including Orff, Kodály, Gordon, Conversational Solfege, First Steps in Music, or similar approaches.
- Broad knowledge of musical styles, composers, music history, and age-appropriate instructional practices.
- Ability to differentiate instruction for students with varying musical experiences, skill levels, and learning needs.
- Commitment to promoting and sustaining a strong culture of music within the school community.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned K–5 general music instruction, developing students’ singing, rhythm, movement, listening, music literacy, and composition skills.
- Provide small-group instrumental instruction for students in grades 4 and 5, with a schedule of nine small-group lessons.
- Teach and direct grade-level chorus ensembles, developing students’ vocal technique, musicianship, and ensemble skills.
- Direct the Grade 5 band, supporting students’ instrumental technique, music reading, and collaborative performance skills.
- Direct the Grade 5 orchestra, supporting students’ instrumental technique, music reading, and ensemble performance.
- Implement the district’s music curriculum and align instruction with Massachusetts Arts Curriculum Frameworks and district learning goals.
- Create a supportive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation, musical exploration, and growth for all learners.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, administrators, students, and families, and collaborate with school staff to support student learning and the overall music program.
- Maintain established instructional routines, ensemble schedules, and performance preparation to ensure program continuity during the long-term substitute assignment.
