Part-Time Music Teacher | Quest Forward Santa Rosa

About the role

The Music Teacher will primarily focus on developing and delivering introductory band, choir, or orchestra courses that allow middle school students to gain a valuable foundation within music.

This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a growing arts program alongside a staff committed to creating immersive educational experiences for students.

Responsibilities

• Instruction Delivery & Curriculum Development (80%):
• Design and implement curriculum for introductory courses in band, choir, orchestra, or other areas of interest.
• Develop engaging lesson plans that cultivate students' creativity and technical skills.
• Audit student work, provide feedback, and maintain high expectations for artistic excellence.
• Establish a welcoming, organized, and inspiring classroom environment.
• Student Engagement & Support (15%):
• Create opportunities to showcase student work within the school and community.
• Provide input on future music programming.
• Aid in establishing partnerships with local artists or organizations.
• Family & Community Engagement (5%):
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress, celebrating successes and addressing challenges proactively.
• Participate in school events, family conferences, and outreach efforts to build strong relationships with families and the community.
• Help students and families see the relevance of art & music in their everyday lives, future careers, and societal challenges.

Requirements

Valid teaching license ideal.

Experience teaching music, preferably in a secondary setting.

Strong understanding of a variety of music techniques.

Proven ability to build curriculum and instructional practices from the ground up.

Qualifications

Experience organizing student art exhibitions or collaborative music performances or projects.

Skills

Deep belief in all students’ potential and a commitment to holding high academic and behavioral expectations.

A growth mindset, constantly seeking to refine and improve instructional practice.

Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Readiness to go above and beyond, including putting in extra time in and outside of your role, to build Quest Forward’s college prep school.

Pay

Salary is currently budgeted in a range competitive with local district expectations.

Benefits

Opportunity Education is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.