Music Teacher - Columbus Area Schools

Performance Academies•Columbus, OH

3d•$42,000 - $51,500

About The Position

Performance Academies is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Music Teacher for its Columbus Area Schools. The role supports the school’s whole-child mission through engaging, standards-aligned instruction, a structured and inclusive classroom environment, and collaboration with students, families, colleagues, instructional coaches, and school leaders. Teachers use the school’s curriculum and instructional resources, differentiate instruction, and apply assessment data to support student progress and academic growth. The position also contributes to character education, student support processes, family engagement, professional learning, and school-wide activities.

Requirements

Passion for helping students achieve academically, grow in character, and discover their potential.
Belief that every child can achieve at high levels.
Ability to thrive in a structured school environment.
Enjoyment of building relationships with students and families.
Ability to use data to improve instruction.
Commitment to teamwork and continuous growth.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction using Performance Academies' curriculum and instructional resources.
Plan and implement differentiated, data-informed lessons that address students’ diverse learning needs.
Monitor student progress through formative and summative assessments and adjust instruction to promote growth.
Create meaningful learning experiences that foster critical thinking, inquiry, and student engagement.
Maintain high academic expectations and support students in reaching ambitious learning goals.
Promote regular student attendance through engaging instruction and positive communication with students and families.
Create a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.
Consistently implement school-wide behavior expectations, character education, and positive behavior supports.
Build relationships with students and support their academic, social, and emotional growth.
Follow school policies and child protection procedures to ensure student safety and well-being.
Communicate regularly with families about student progress and classroom activities.
Collaborate with colleagues, instructional coaches, and school leaders to improve student outcomes.
Participate in parent conferences, intervention meetings, IEP/IAT meetings, and other student support processes.
Contribute to school-wide events, enrollment efforts, and community engagement activities.
Participate in ongoing professional learning and school-based meetings.
Maintain accurate student records, classroom documentation, and instructional materials.
Uphold Performance Academies' mission, values, policies, and professional expectations.
Perform other duties that support students and the school community.

Benefits

Three comprehensive medical plans with significant company contributions toward premiums; health benefits begin on the first day of employment.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Company-paid basic life insurance.
Company-paid short-term disability insurance.
Company-paid long-term disability insurance.
Voluntary life insurance and optional accident, critical illness, and hospitalization coverage.
STRS participation for all school-based positions.
Multiple scheduled holiday breaks.
PTO and personal days.
Competitive salaries and annual cost-of-living adjustments.
Potential performance bonuses based on enrollment and academic performance.