Elementary Music Teacher

8 Elementary Music Teacher

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $63,619.30 to $134,270 Per Year

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

FLSA Status: Exempt;
Unit A

Reports to: School Principal/Teacher

Citizenship Requirement: Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Department: School-Based

Summary: This position provides an opportunity for a dynamic music educator with a diverse skill set to provide general music instruction in grades K-5. Elementary music teaching positions all include vocal/choral music and instrumental music instruction.

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti‑racism, and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree;
  Master’s Degree preferred
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use technology effectively

Desired

Qualifications:

• Excellent musicianship
• Experience and training in any or all of the following methodologies:
  Orff, Kodaly, Gordon, Conversational Solfege, First Steps in Music, others
• Proficient piano skills
• Broad knowledge of musical styles, composers, and music history
• Willingness to promote and sustain a culture of music in and among the school community

Teaching Duties:

• General Music instruction for K-5
• Small group instrumental music lessons
• 4th/5th grade chorus
• 4th/5th grade band
• 4th/5th grade orchestra

Essential

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide general music instruction in grades K-5
• Provide third‑grade recorder instruction
• For vocal/choral positions:
  Conduct fourth‑grade introductory chorus and fifth‑grade chorus
• For instrumental positions:
  Provide/coordinate fourth‑grade introductory band instrument lessons (clarinet, flute, alto saxophone, trombone, trumpet, percussion) and conduct fifth‑grade concert band; assignment may also include fourth‑grade introductory string instrument lessons/fifth‑grade orchestra
• Direct annual fifth‑grade musical (additional stipend available)
• Work in collaboration with building and citywide music teachers to maintain citywide music curriculum and assessment practices
• Maintain consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance for supervision and instruction
• Perform other job‑related duties as needed

Work Environment:

• Majority of work is performed in a school/classroom environment with moderate noise levels; regular attendance required

Physical Requirements:

• Walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear regularly; bend, stoop, crouch, and/or kneel frequently; navigate within a large school building; set up chairs and risers for concerts
• Regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds