Part-Time Orchestra (Grades 6–8) / Full-Time Option: add on General Music (Grades 4–5)

The Museum School•Decatur, GA

just now•Onsite

About The Position

The Museum School of Avondale Estates is seeking a qualified, dynamic, and passionate educator to serve as an Orchestra/Music Teacher. This role involves instructing grades 6–8 orchestra and has the option to be combined with elementary general music (grades 4–5) to form a full-time position. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences that align with the Georgia Standards of Excellence and the Museum School model. The educator will cultivate a love for music, build a strong ensemble culture, and collaborate with the existing music teacher to ensure a cohesive and enriching K–8 music program. The Museum School of Avondale Estates is a public charter school that aims to inspire students, teachers, and the community to collaborate in developing strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and academic skills for real-world success. Grounded in the museum school model, it combines accessibility with innovation, fostering a deep sense of community, independence, responsibility, and respect in students, empowering them to identify and solve problems locally and globally.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Music (Music Education preferred)
Valid Georgia P–12 teaching certification in music (in-field)
Experience and desire to work with both elementary and middle school students
Proficiency on at least one string instrument
Knowledge of diverse instructional strategies and teaching methodologies
Demonstrated ability to integrate curriculum and apply effective instructional practices
Experience developing standards-based lessons, units, and assessments
Strong organizational, planning, and implementation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working with diverse student populations preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and implement standards-aligned lessons and activities (including general music, if applicable)
Deliver instruction grounded in the Museum School model, including hands-on, inquiry-based learning
Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and learning styles
Prepare 7th and 8th grade orchestra students for Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE)
Collaborate with music staff and school teams to support performances, concerts, Exhibit Nights, and Learning Expeditions
Contribute to a cohesive and aligned K–8 music program
Establish and maintain a proactive, consistent classroom management system
Reflect on instructional practices and engage in ongoing professional growth, including the development of a Professional Growth Plan
Organize and oversee overnight orchestra trip once per year in conjunction with the music teacher
Organize evening and school orchestra performances two times per year