Music Teacher

Music Teacher, 2026 - 2027 School Year Job Details

• Job : 5704379
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 11, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 21, 2026

Alburgh Community Education Center seeks an inspiring music teacher who is responsible for teaching music education to students in grades PreK-8th Grade and assists the staff of the school in the improvement and appreciation of music instruction. The music teacher will help students grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through a variety of planned music experiences which include singing, moving to music, playing instruments.

Perform other duties directly related to this job description.

Salary is in accordance with the current Master Agreement and salary schedule $50,000 - $93,200, based upon education and experience.

• Teach general music to PreK-8th grade including harmony, appreciation, history, and ensemble.
• Utilize repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students.
• Provide opportunities for music ensembles.
• Plan, rehearse, and direct students in three musical programs for school and community (Winter Music Festival, Evening with the Arts).
• Differentiate music curriculum to meet the needs of the individual student and the student body.
• Plan a balanced music program, and organize daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
• Develop and refine music curriculum based on standards of creating, performing, and responding.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and music performances.
• Evaluate each student’s musical growth and contribution to the performance of the group so that everyone can contribute.
• Communicate clearly with parents and school faculty/staff on the progress of individual students.
• Maintain care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments, and equipment to prevent loss or abuse.
• Cooperate with Head of School and staff in providing musical programs for school assemblies, open house, parent meetings and seasonal programs.

Reports to and evaluated by the Principal.

No formal supervisory duties.

Communication Skills
. Positive, friendly, helpful demeanor. Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills. Responds well to questions. Communication is timely, courteous, respectful and tactful. Comfortable engaging with a diverse range of individuals from all race and socio-economic backgrounds, including persons of color, students and parents from new-American families, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Interpersonal Skills
. Have a level of self-awareness, limit reactivity, handle and maintain composure in stressful situations well. Be an effective team member; work well with others, including those with opinions or beliefs different from their own. Interacts with others in a positive, friendly, tactful, and respectful manner. Build constructive and supportive relationships with peers. Help to create an inclusive work environment.

Team Player
. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies.

Organizational/Planning Skills
. Uses time efficiently. Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent accuracy & attention to detail; able to multitask and prioritize effectively.

Flexibility/Adaptable
. Open to and embraces change towards the improvement of the systems. Open to new ideas and tasks without resistance; able to deal with new situations well. Versatile and capable of handling diverse assignments. Effectively accepts constructive criticism. Maintains composure when faced with stressful situations that require flexibility and adaptability.

Motivation/Initiative
. Has a personal drive to success. Proven ability to work effectively without specific direction, and with…