High School IB Music Teacher FTE

High School IB Music Teacher 0.1-0.2 FTE

District/Organization: East Grand Rapids Public Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, part time
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience

Job Title:
HIGH SCHOOL IB MUSIC TEACHER 0.1-0.2 FTE

The high school International Baccalaureate (IB) music teacher provides IB music instruction at a high school level to students in the Band, Choir, and Orchestra programs. This role includes preparing students for performances, supporting varied learning needs, and fostering a strong and engaging IB music program. The teacher collaborates with staff, families, and music boosters, and upholds a tradition of excellence in music education and performance.

Qualifications:

• State of Michigan Teaching Certificate (JX or JQ endorsement)
• Experience teaching music at the middle school and/or high school level
• Experience teaching or implementing International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) programmes (preferred)
• Ability to be enthusiastic and flexible
• Ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators
• Ability to motivate and inspire students
• Ability to transform instruction through the creative use of technology
• Ability to instruct through student inquiry, conceptual understanding, and real-world application, as commensurate with the International Baccalaureate teaching practices
• Ability to implement the International Baccalaureate approaches to learning
• Ability to develop the International Baccalaureate Learner Profile skills and dispositions in students
• Interest and willingness to participate in professional development specific to International Baccalaureate
• Knowledge of instructional practices for varied learning styles and individual student needs
• Ability to understand, value, and positively respond to the unique developmental traits of students
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (written, verbal, and listening skills)
• Ability to promote recruitment and retention of students in the instrumental music program
• Willingness to maintain an active role in all local, district, regional, and state activities related to the instrumental music program
• Willingness to work within a fine arts department that includes choral and theatrical productions
• Willingness to collaborate and communicate with an active parent music boosters organization
• Willingness and ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
• Ability to complete other duties as assigned

Location: East Grand Rapids High School

Rate: Per Contract Salary Schedule

Start Date: August 2026