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Music Teacher (Part Time)

The Girls' Middle SchoolPalo Alto, CA
Onsite

About The Position

The Girls’ Middle School (GMS) is seeking a part-time Music Teacher. Since its founding in 1998, GMS has been committed to progressive education and innovative programming, educating diverse middle school students in a vibrant, inclusive community. Our project-based curriculum encourages creative problem-solving, collaborative teamwork, and independent thought. GMS educates girls during a pivotal time in their lives, helping them develop self-knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching music or a related field, feel confident leading a classroom independently, and bring a passion for music-making that they can joyfully communicate to students. They should be friendly, enthusiastic, proactive, and forward-thinking, with strong organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to design and implement curriculum aligned with GMS values.

Requirements

  • Experience teaching music or a related field, with confidence in leading a classroom independently
  • Comfort with a range of musical approaches (vocal, instrumental, rhythm, and/or digital music tools)
  • Commitment to experiential, project-based learning and progressive pedagogy
  • Demonstrated focus on supporting girls in discovering their strengths and finding their voice
  • Ability to positively engage students and collaborate closely with fellow educators
  • Ability to be a self-starter who is organized, adaptable, and proactive in a dynamic classroom environment
  • Strong classroom management skills, with the ability to guide students with clarity, warmth, and consistency

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage music classes, including planning and delivering engaging lessons in vocal and/or instrumental work, rhythm, and creative composition
  • Create a classroom environment where students feel a strong sense of belonging and are excited to learn music
  • Inspire students to experience music as a joyful, expressive, and meaningful process
  • Design learning experiences that balance skill-building with open-ended exploration and creative risk-taking
  • Nurture a supportive community where students build confidence, collaborate, and develop teamwork through ensemble and shared music-making
  • Support students in developing curiosity and their individual musical voice
  • Foster a classroom culture where students listen, contribute, and grow together with respect and care
  • Establish clear routines and expectations that support focus, respect, and productive music-making
  • Guide students in caring for shared instruments and materials, and maintaining a thoughtful learning environment

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