Music Teacher (K-5) Term Part-Time

Vanderbilt University • Nashville, TN

5h

About The Position

The music teacher provides direct supervision of and instruction to students in
a whole class (up to 12 students) setting. The music teacher will plan and
execute lessons aligned to the Tennessee Music Education Standards. Teachers
work closely with fellow teachers and the school administration to provide
instruction and support to all students of the Academy.

This is a part-time (approx. 6 hours per week) term position for the 2026-2027
school year. Music classes will be held between 2:00 – 3:00 Monday – Friday.

About the Work Unit

Roberts Academy is an elementary school for students with dyslexia. In the
2026-2027 school year, the Academy will enroll students in 3rd – 5thgrade.

The Roberts Academy’s instructional approach follows the principles of intensive
intervention for students with dyslexia who have the most persistent academic
needs. Students at Roberts Academy receive individualized, evidence-based
instruction that seeks to leverage their unique strengths and interests while
intentionally targeting their greatest areas of need. While specifically a
school for students with dyslexia, Roberts Academy offers a comprehensive
program and learning environment that provides students with the skills,
knowledge, and confidence to transition to a variety of school settings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• work experience with school-aged students

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience teaching music in an elementary school

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean, safe, orderly learning environment which contributes to children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Conscientiously supervises children.
• Provides supervision during transitions to and from the Music classroom.
• Implements the school's programs and curricula, providing instruction directly aligned to the Tennessee Music Education K-5 Standards.
• Creates unit and lesson plans aligned to each of the Domains that comprise the Tennessee Music Education K-5 Standards.
• Establishes and implements behavior management in accordance with a positive behavior support approach.
• Regularly assesses student performance.
• Consistently meets requirements for timely filling of documentation as required, including injury or incident reports.
• Consults with the administrative team as needed to provide input on curriculum and individual child supports.
• Coordinates and implements specific instructional strategies with classroom team members.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with students.
• Responds to professional emails promptly.
• Seeks outside resources (RA admin, faculty, consult therapists) as necessary to meet classroom and student needs.
• Facilitates positive experiences for student workers, student volunteers, and practicum students at all levels.
• Models desired practices for interactions with children (group or individual), preparation of the environment, and interactions with families.
• Prepare students for annual performances at school events such as Grandparents Day or an arts showcase.
• Displays a commitment to elementary education and the education of students with dyslexia.
• Attends and participates in required professional development or training.
• Displays professionalism.
• Follows guidelines and policies of RA and Vanderbilt University.
• Upholds student and family confidentiality.
• Interacts with students, parents, other staff, outside professionals, volunteers, and administration professionally.
• Upholds the RA Mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time