K-12 Music Teacher-Part Time

About the role

The successful candidate will lead and grow the K–12 music program at Islesboro Central School, starting in the 2026–2027 school year. This is a 4-day per week position.

Responsibilities

• Teach general music across grade spans, including elementary music, middle and high school chorus and band, and small ensembles depending on student interest.
• Organize and direct two K-12 concerts during the school year.
• Play multiple instruments and accompany ensembles.
• Incorporate student choice and contemporary music alongside traditional repertoire.
• Help students experience the joy of making music, regardless of skill level.
• Appreciate the unique opportunities and challenges of teaching in a small K–12 environment.

Requirements

• Hold (or be eligible for) Maine certification in K-12 Music Education.

Qualifications

• Dynamic, flexible, and community-minded.
• Experience leading and growing a music program.
• Ability to teach a variety of music classes and small ensembles.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.

Skills

• Ability to play multiple instruments and accompany ensembles.
• Experience incorporating student choice and contemporary music.
• Ability to help students experience the joy of making music.
• Understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges of teaching in a small K–12 environment.

Benefits

• Located on the unbridged island of Islesboro, accessible by a 20-minute ferry ride from Lincolnville.
• Strong community support.
• A 100% graduation rate.

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

4 days a week.