Elementary Instrumental Music Teacher Band

Position Type: Full-Time Elementary Instrumental Music Teacher Band
Locations: Waltham Public Schools Elementary Schools

Position Overview

Waltham Public Schools is seeking a passionate energetic and student-centered Elementary Instrumental Music Teacher to join our Fine and Performing Arts Department and elementary school teaching teams. The ideal candidate will inspire students through engaging and developmentally appropriate instrumental music instruction that fosters musical growth creativity collaboration and confidence.

The Elementary Instrumental Music Teacher will provide beginning instrumental instruction and ensemble experiences for students in elementary band programs grades 4 and 5. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to inclusive standards-based music instruction and the ability to create welcoming learning environments that support students with diverse backgrounds abilities and levels of musical experience.

A valid Massachusetts teaching license in Music is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging standards-based instrumental music lessons appropriate for elementary-aged students.
• Provide beginning instrumental instruction for elementary band students through small-group lessons sectional instruction and ensemble rehearsals.
• Teach foundational music concepts including tone production posture breathing rhythm note reading musicianship rehearsal techniques and ensemble performance skills.
• Foster creativity collaboration perseverance confidence and a lifelong appreciation for music.
• Create a positive inclusive and supportive learning environment that encourages student participation growth and musical risk-taking.
• Differentiate instruction to support students with varied learning needs backgrounds abilities and levels of musical experience.
• Introduce students to a wide range of musical genres composers cultures and traditions through performance and listening experiences.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers music department colleagues administrators and families to support student success and program growth.
• Assess student progress through performances playing assessments observations practice habits and student reflection.
• Organize and prepare students for concerts performances and school/community music events.
• Maintain and manage instruments music library materials equipment and classroom/rehearsal spaces to ensure safe and organized learning environments.
• Communicate effectively with students families colleagues and administrators regarding student growth and program expectations.
• Participate actively in school initiatives professional learning opportunities department collaboration and district meetings.
• Stay current with best practices in music education and incorporate technology and contemporary instructional practices into music instruction when appropriate.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors degree in Music Education Music Performance or a related field required. Masters degree preferred.

Certification

Valid Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure in Music.

Experience

• Prior experience teaching elementary instrumental music and/or band preferred.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and inclusive classroom practices preferred.
• Experience directing elementary or beginning ensembles is strongly preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate music instruction for elementary students.
• Proficiency on instrumental band instruments and strong understanding of beginning instrumental pedagogy.
• Ability to create engaging culturally responsive and student-centered music learning experiences.
• Strong rehearsal management classroom management communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students families and colleagues.
• Commitment to fostering equity inclusion creativity and access within music education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating technology into music instruction.
• Experience supporting multilingual learners and students with diverse learning needs.
• Experience organizing concerts performances and community music events.
• Experience collaborating across grade levels and interdisciplinary teams.
• Active involvement as a performer conductor or practicing musician.

Why Join Us

At Waltham Public Schools we are committed to fostering vibrant and inclusive music programs that provide all students with opportunities to develop musicianship creativity collaboration and self-expression through instrumental music. Our elementary instrumental music teachers play an important role in helping students build confidence teamwork discipline and a lifelong appreciation for music.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative school community dedicated to supporting student learning creativity and belonging through the arts.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References

Salary: As per the WEA Contract

Salary ranges can be found at:
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