General Music Teacher - Franklin - 0.2 FTE - 26-27 SY

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants with a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

About the role

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin, serving a diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color, almost half come from low-income households, nearly one third are English Language Learners, and over 100 languages are represented. MMSD is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive, with a vision to ensure every school is a thriving school where all children achieve academically, thrive, and graduate ready for college, career, and community.

Responsibilities

• Use standards (CCSS, SELS, Language) to identify common learning targets that represent what all students should know, do, and understand.
• Develop daily and weekly plans to support student growth toward mastery of standards, including year-long/course plans with essential questions and resources.
• Establish clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects, and communicate them to students.
• Instruct students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods (lectures, discussions, demonstrations) to build engagement, collaboration, and independence.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Provide daily opportunities for students to describe reasoning, share explanations, make conjectures, and justify conclusions.
• Plan and use formative assessments to show evidence of learning, adjusting instruction based on data.
• Provide meaningful feedback to reinforce effort, promote involvement, and support progress.
• Facilitate teacher-to-student, student-to-student, and student-to-teacher feedback (oral and written).
• Analyze data and adjust instruction based on student achievement, observation, and teacher practice.
• Establish and maintain behavior rules and procedures for student order.
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss progress, priorities, and resource needs.
• Collaborate with staff to support student learning (e.g., team planning, co-teaching).

Position Competencies

• High Expectations for Every Student: Demonstrate commitment to excellence and equity for all students, aligned with MMSD’s vision.
• Quality Instructional Practice: Plan and execute rigorous, engaging lessons with scaffolds, interventions, and extensions to meet diverse learning needs.
• Cultural Competence: Understand systems leading to inequitable outcomes and adapt instruction to link content with student experiences and goals.
• Data Proficiency: Use data beyond standardized assessments to diagnose needs and differentiate instruction.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with peers to reflect on student achievement and teacher practice data.
• Student & Family Engagement: Build relationships with students and engage families as partners in education.
• Resilience & Results Orientation: Persist in facing challenges and maintain a results-driven approach.
• Self-Awareness & Growth Mindset: Reflect on strengths and growth areas, seeking mentorship to improve.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (official transcripts required for employment).
• Wisconsin DPI teaching license in Music (500/1500), Instrumental Music (505/1505), Vocal Music (510/1510 or 1511), or General Music (515/1515).
• Unlicensed candidates may be considered but must obtain a One-Year License with Stipulations from DPI (hired by a district first).
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; fully licensed applicants are prioritized.

Pay

Minimum annual compensation: $53,525 (26-27 TE Salary Schedule).

Schedule

• Length of contract: 192 days.
• Employment type: Exempt.
• May require evenings, nights, weekends, and travel within the district or to off-site meetings.
• School-based positions are in-person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.
• Hybrid work flexibility may be available for certain positions, discussed during interviews.

Working Conditions

• Generally safe environments with minimal exposure to environmental risks.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally; may involve walking, sitting, stooping, or reaching.
• Manual dexterity required for operating office equipment.
• May require being stationary for extended periods.
• Work may occur in varied indoor/outdoor environments, including inclement weather, non-air-conditioned spaces, or areas with fluctuating temperatures.