ES Music Teacher; SY

Job Details

Job : 5737913

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Location: Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School, Worcester, Massachusetts

Position Status: Full-Time, Exempt, Academic Calendar Year Schedule

Job Title: Elementary School Music Teacher

Location:

Elementary School

Reports To:

Building Principal

Subordinates:
None

School Year:

Salary:
School Year Instructional Salary Scale $51,324 - $99,533

Starting Date:
Immediately

This job posting is closed

The Elementary School Music Teacher is committed to providing a rigorous, inclusive, and joyful learning environment for all students, delivering high-quality music instruction to students in grades K–3. The ideal candidate fosters creativity, promotes a love of music, and integrates music education into a broader culturally responsive curriculum.

• Design and implement an engaging, standards-based general music curriculum aligned with the Massachusetts Arts Curriculum Framework.
• Provide music instruction to elementary students through singing, movement, instruments, music literacy, and appreciation.
• Plan and lead musical performances and school-wide events (e.g., winter concerts, spring showcases).
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including English Learners and students with disabilities.
• Create a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom culture that promotes student agency and collaboration.
• Use assessment data to guide instruction and report student progress to families and school leadership.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, support staff, and school leadership to integrate music into interdisciplinary learning when appropriate.
• Participate in professional development, team meetings, and other school-based initiatives as required.

• Massachusetts DESE licensure in one of the following:
  PreK–8 Music (Initial, Professional, or Temporary License)
• Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement (either already held or willingness to obtain as a condition of employment)
• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or related field
• Ability to analyze and use data to inform and drive student learning
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers, administrators, and support staff
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Experience teaching music in a K–5 public school setting
• Bilingual or multilingual candidates encouraged to apply
• Experience with culturally responsive pedagogy and inclusive teaching practices
• Familiarity with Orff, Kodály, Dalcroze, or other music education methodologies
• Other qualifications and experiences may be substituted for preferred qualifications at the discretion of the administration

• Background check and fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts state regulations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to lift, move, or assist students when necessary
• Completion of any required professional development or certifications as mandated by the District

The work environment is typically inside a school or classroom setting. Noise levels may vary, but are generally moderate, with occasional higher noise levels due to student activities or group work. Some travel between classrooms and school buildings may be required. The role may require lifting, carrying, or moving educational materials or students, as well as the ability to monitor and engage in physical activities.

Ability to stand for extended periods, lift (up to 50 lbs.), and perform repetitive motions. Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, and stretching. Standing or walking for the entirety of an 8-hour shift. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and attention to detail.

Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.

Position Type: Full-time

• Classroom Teacher >
  Music Education
• Classroom Teacher >
  Music:
  Chorus
• Classroom Teacher >
  Music:
  Instrumental