Music Teacher - All Levels (Anticipated Openings 2026-2027)

About the District

Springfield Public Schools (SPS) is an urban school district in Western Massachusetts and the 3rd largest district in the state, serving approximately 24,000 students. Our students represent a diverse group of cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, with over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We are committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff, fostering a positive and professional environment where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard.

About the Role

We are currently accepting applications and scheduling interviews for full-time and part-time music teaching positions at the elementary and middle school levels. We celebrate our students' unique abilities and encourage learning with a student-centered approach.

Duties

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor as required by the teachers' contract
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
• Strives by instruction and action to implement the district's philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents at deemed necessary
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
• Diagnoses the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Follows the SPS code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner
• Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals, and makes written evaluations as required
• Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements but also satisfies personal expectations as a professional
• Takes an active part in the contractually-approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation
• Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff; said meetings to be held during the extended day
• Attends established traditional school sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and the faculty consistent with the teachers' contract
• Contributes to the decisions made by the district and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well-being
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence

Qualifications

• Highly qualified with required competency in the content area
• Appropriate content/program area educator license (Music: Vocal/Instrumental/General) and grade level (All) licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Bachelor's Degree with appropriate license; or Master's Degree with appropriate content area license preferred and/or expected within 5 years

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities, shaped by relevant and actionable data
• Support from mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with you throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management
• Career advancement opportunities and investment in "Grow our Own" and educational pipeline programs to help staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways

"If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!"

For specific questions about the position or assistance with matching your skills, please contact Carmen Molina-Figueroa at molina-figueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.