Middle School Music Teacher

About Us

Forte Prep is a 5th through 8th grade college preparatory, tuition-free public charter school serving the Jackson Heights, East Elmhurst, and Corona communities in Queens, New York. We educate 360 students with a mission to equip all students in grades 5 through 8 to excel in college preparatory high schools and use their leadership and voice to change the world.

Our students have outperformed Community School District 24, 30, Queens County, New York City, and New York State on the ELA and Math State exams in each of our first two years of operation. We doubled proficiency rates in reading and nearly tripled them in math.

Our commitments include:

• Preparation for high school, college, and beyond, with literacy and math at the core.
• Unlocking potential in every student through creative and digital enrichment, remediation, and individualization.
• Excellent teaching and learning, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Diversity, reflecting and honoring the communities we serve.
• An intentional school culture with consistent academic and behavioral expectations.
• Strong partnerships with parents and families through regular communication and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute high-quality classroom music lessons.
• Support the emotional and behavioral development of all students.
• Work collaboratively with other general education teachers and engage in co-planning.

Requirements

• Teaching experience in urban communities preferred.
• NY Certification to teach preferred.
• Demonstrated quantifiable and objective student performance gains that surpass state or local averages.
• Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with special needs and low skill levels in a heterogeneously grouped classroom setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and community members.
• Bachelor's degree in education or relevant field.
• Highly Qualified as defined by No Child Left Behind.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 403(b) matching.
• Parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development assistance.
• Provided smartphone and laptop.
• Paid time off.
• Health savings account.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $95,000, commensurate with experience. Supplemental bonus pay may be available.

Schedule

Monday to Friday.

Location

Elmhurst, NY 11373. Ability to reliably commute or relocate before starting work is required.