FMS and Riverside Elementary School Music Teacher

FMS and Riverside Elementary School Music Teacher

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/ Music - Vocal
• Date Posted: 5/27/2026
• Location:
  
  Forestview Middle School

Position Title: Music Teacher
Department/Building: FMS and Riverside Elementary School
Reports to: Building Principal
Assignment:  School Year - Ongoing
Hours: Full Time (1 FTE)
Salary Range: $46,936 - $90,238 Annual Salary (Based on education and experience; wages outlined in the Certified Master Contract located on district website)
Union: EMB Education MN - Brainerd
FLSA: Overtime Exempt
BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, TRA, 403b and PTO/ESST

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, develop students' understanding and appreciation of the art of music, including listening to a wide range of musical genres, periods, and styles. Identify, promote, and develop each student's talents in vocal and instrumental musical expression. This position will also have additional duties with Media Arts and Visual Arts sections.

• Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
• Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and stay current with developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during practice, rehearsal, and performances.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.
• Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to Visual Arts and Media Arts sections.

• MN State Certification as a Music Teacher as well as Visual and Media Arts.
• Previous elementary experience, preferred.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to play an instrument or instruments, conduct students in playing instruments as needed.
• Ability to instruct students in singing, harmonization, and chorus as needed.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.