After School Music Teacher

Bridges Academy is dedicated to understanding and educating gifted and highly gifted students with learning differences (twice-exceptional or 2e students) and fostering a successful academic and social experience for our students and the broader community. We do this through the work of two divisions:
Bridges Academy (LA) and The Center for Twice-Exceptional Research and Professional Development (The 2e Center).

Bridges Academy (LA), a college preparatory school for Grades 3-12, empowers its students to thrive academically and socially through small classes and differentiated instruction, creating an environment in which gifts are recognized and developed and learning differences and disabilities are accepted. Many students come to Bridges defined by their challenges but graduate defined by their strengths and talents.

For the 2026–2027 school year, Bridges Academy LA is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Music Teacher to help shape the next chapter of our school-wide music program. This position includes teaching and mentoring students in Grades 3–12 through after-school bands, instrument workshops, ensembles, and performance opportunities while collaborating closely with school leadership to expand participation and engagement in the arts.

The ideal candidate is an accomplished musician and educator who is excited about building community through music, creating authentic performance experiences, and supporting gifted and neurodiverse learners in discovering and developing their talents.

• Lead instruction for Bridges Academy's school-wide music program for students in Grades 4–12 through after-school bands, instrument workshops, ensembles, and performance opportunities.
• Work in partnership with the Director of Co-Curricular Programs and the Visual and Performing Arts Department Chair to reimagine and expand the music program, increasing student participation, engagement, and opportunities for authentic artistic expression.
• Develop and facilitate engaging music experiences that support students with a wide range of interests, skill levels, and musical backgrounds.
• Lead rehearsals and prepare students for multiple performances and showcases throughout the school year, both on campus and in the broader community.
• Create opportunities for students to share their talents through concerts, assemblies, exhibitions, community events, and collaborative interdisciplinary projects.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive musical community that encourages creativity, risk-taking, collaboration, and personal growth.

During the academic year, this position leads instruction of Bridges Academy's after-school music program, including band rehearsals, instrument workshops, and approximately four student performances annually.

Music Program hours are:

Monday–Thursday: 3:35 PM – 5:15 PM

Depending on student interest and enrollment, this role may also include teaching a Music Theory, Composition, and Production elective on Mondays/Wednesdays or Tuesdays/Thursdays from 2:25–3:30 p.m.

The role also includes approximately one hour per week for planning, collaboration, and program development with school leadership.

• Develop warm, trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Create a positive and inclusive environment in which students are encouraged to take risks, develop their talents, and engage actively in the learning process.
• Demonstrate integrity, initiative, self-awareness, and a growth mindset for both students and themselves.
• Have a passion for education, especially for gifted and neurodiverse students, grounded in inclusion, belonging, and strength-based practice.
• Demonstrate flexibility, sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative spirit.
• Bring experience and comfort with differentiated instruction and supporting students with diverse learning profiles.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills in person, in writing, by phone, and via Zoom.
• Show enthusiasm, creativity, compassion, and a genuine love of music-making.
• Work comfortably in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Partner with colleagues…