Districtwide String Orchestra Teacher Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA SY

Districtwide String Orchestra Teacher (Full Time) – Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY ]

Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students in 11 schools. The district’s vision is to ensure that all students will be locally engaged, globally connected, and fully prepared to thrive in a diverse and changing world.

Under the supervision of the Building Principals, the music teacher is responsible for teaching music education to pupils in grades 6-12 and assisting staff in the improvement and appreciation of standards‑based music instruction. The candidate will develop a program that helps students grow in enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through singing, movement, instrument playing, and listening.

• Select repertoire, rehearse, and conduct students in our district wide string orchestra program, including small‑group lessons and full‑ensemble rehearsals.
• Instruct students in grades 4‑12 (exact schedule and grade levels to be determined).
• Teach additional non‑performance based electives as the schedule allows.
• Create a safe and welcoming learning environment with engaging lessons and activities as part of a skills‑based, comprehensive orchestra program that meets the needs of diverse learners.
• Establish positive relationships with students and their families and regularly communicate about students’ progress.
• Collaborate with the instrumental music team to plan and deliver school‑based and district wide concerts throughout the year.
• Maintain care and responsibility for school‑owned music instruments and equipment to prevent loss or abuse, making minor adjustments and requesting repairs as required.
• Evaluate each pupil’s musical growth, performance, and musical understanding.
• Select appropriate music, books, and instructional aides to enhance learning and requisition musical instruments and instructional supplies as necessary.
• Cooperate with Building Principal and staff in providing musical programs for school assemblies, open houses, parent meetings, and seasonal programs.

• Hold a deep commitment to students and families and value diversity.
• Hold high expectations for yourself, students, and colleagues, and provide the support necessary to meet that bar.
• Build authentic, caring relationships with colleagues, students, and families, partnering with families to make decisions in the best interest of students.
• Embrace feedback and reflect on practices, using challenges as opportunities for growth.

• Bachelor’s Degree (Required);
  Master’s Degree (Preferred).
• Required Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure in Music.
• Maintains professional competence through in‑service education activities and/or self‑selected professional growth activities.
• Minimum of 1 year teaching experience; experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred.
• Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement (Required within 1 year of start date).
• Proficiency with technology (blended learning, teacher/family communication suites, Google G‑Suite Apps, etc.) desirable.
• Second language (Spanish and/or Portuguese) proficiency a plus.
• Bilingual candidates and candidates of color strongly encouraged to apply.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Teachers in Salem Public Schools work a 185‑day school year (180 student contact days plus 5 professional development days). See the district calendar for details.

Teacher salaries in Salem Public Schools are determined by the Salem Teachers Union collective bargaining agreement (2024‑2027). Salary information can be found in Appendix

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The City of Salem offers Group Insurance Commission (GIC) benefits to all full‑time employees. For more information about health benefits, see the district website.

Salem Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. We also prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.