Long-Term Substitute General Music Teacher Grades 5 & 6

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancies for the 2026- 2027 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The district reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position:
Long
- Term Substitute General Music Teacher

Location:

Parker Middle School

Assignment Dates: 10/19/2026- 12/11/2026 Dates are subject to change

Reports To:

Dr. Christy Whittlesey, Fine and Performing Arts Department Coordinator
Mr. Josh Blagg, Parker School Principal
Mr. Mark Souza, Parker School Assistant Principal

• Demonstrate excellence in facilitating students' success in daily grade 5-6 school music classes, including students with diverse learning preferences and needs (approximately 24 classes each week).
• Collaborate with other teachers to support the school's SEL curriculum
• Demonstrate knowledge of instruments, music literacy, music from a variety of cultures, and various genres of music.
• Collaborate with school personnel, parents, and district music staff for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions, and planning curriculum.
• Participate in transition/recruitment activities for music students transitioning between levels.
• Assist students in school-based performance opportunities.
• Attend annual Curriculum Night and Open House Nights.
• Communicate regularly with parent through email, phone calls, face-to-face meetings, and through approved social media.
• Ensure that school owned instruments are kept in working order.
• Post bi-weekly grades for all students.
• Attend all building and department meetings.
• Participate in department and building professional development activities.
• Adhere to State and National Music Standards in the music classroom.