2026-2027 Music Teacher - Guitar

Newport News Public Schools•Newport News, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for a split position with Menchville High School, with Woodside High School being the home school. The position is responsible for instructing students in music, creating a safe and orderly learning environment, and motivating students to develop an interest in and appreciation for music. The role aims to develop students' knowledge, skills, and talents in music through various techniques tailored to their interests and abilities.

Requirements

Must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or a related field and meet the Virginia Department of Education licensure eligibility requirements to teach music.
Must possess effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
Must possess an in-depth knowledge of music techniques and skills.
Must possess the ability to instruct students in music.
Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.

Nice To Haves

If you are interested in teaching but do not currently have a teaching license, you may be eligible for our Associate Teacher program!

Responsibilities

Instructs students in developing knowledge and skills in accordance with the course of study adopted by the school board.
Enables students to develop an appreciation of the art of music.
Demonstrates techniques to students in music concepts.
Develops clear and concise instructional lesson plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of preparation, instruction, and rehearsal time.
Provides individual and small group instruction and adapts the curriculum to the needs of students with varying abilities.
Uses a variety of instructional techniques and musical repertoire appropriate for the ages and skill level of students.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and creates a safe, orderly, and effective environment for learning during practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.
Arranges opportunities for students to present musical performances both during and after school hours.
Plans, rehearses, and directs students in musical programs for the school and community.
Instructs students in the proper care and use of equipment.
Organizes storage areas and controls the use of materials and equipment to prevent loss, abuse, injury, or security breech.
Maintains an organized and workable inventory of all music and equipment related to the program.
Makes minor adjustments to musical equipment and requests repairs as appropriate.
Evaluates student performance and growth in knowledge and understandings and prepares regular progress reports.
Conferences regularly with parents/guardians regarding behavior observations and the performance of students.
Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
Maintains thorough records for each student.
Selects, requisitions, and maintains books, instructional materials, and instructional aids.
Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Attends staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and other professional activities.
Keeps abreast of developments, research, and new technology in the field of music education.
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal & Instructional Supervisor or other appropriate administrator.