MUSIC TEACHER - MIDDLE SCHOOL - ANTICIPATED VACANCY

Position Summary

Guilmette Middle School (grades 5-8) seeks a passionate, energetic, and student-centered Music Teacher who believes in the power of music to inspire, engage, and connect young adolescents. The ideal candidate will foster creativity, confidence, and self-expression while helping students develop musical knowledge, performance skills, and an appreciation for diverse musical traditions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging music instruction aligned with the Massachusetts Arts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Teach foundational music concepts, including rhythm, melody, harmony, notation, performance, composition, and music appreciation.
• Create opportunities for students to perform, create, respond to, and connect with music.
• Incorporate singing, movement, instruments, technology, and other creative approaches to engage diverse learners.
• Foster student voice, collaboration, and academic discourse through music-making, performance, and reflection.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and students with varying levels of musical experience.
• Absess student progress and provide meaningful feedback that supports musical growth and achievement.
• Establish clear routines, high expectations, and a positive classroom culture that promotes engagement, belonging, and joyful learning.
• Organize and support concerts, performances, and other events that showcase student learning and strengthen school community.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families, and school staff to support student success.
• Participate fully in school initiatives and professional learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts licensure in Music (or eligibility for licensure).
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with middle school students.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and equitable learning opportunities for all students.
• Experience integrating technology into music instruction preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, families, and community partners.