Teacher: Music; Strings Focused- Burncoat Middle​/High School

Teacher:
Music (Strings Focused)- Burncoat Middle/High School

Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

SUBJECT:
Teacher
- Music (Strings Focused)

Reports to: Building Principals

This position is accountable for delivering a high quality instructional experience through creativity, resourcefulness and sound judgment consistent with the curriculum frameworks, standards and the rules and regulations of the Worcester Public Schools. Course load includes:
Focus on Strings, Music Appreciation, String Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra and private, semi-private lessons as required. Burncoat Middle and High Schools have multiple performances annually and teachers are expected to prepare students for events as well as regional, state and national competitions.

• Remaining up to date regarding curriculum content.
• Effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction.
• Mentoring students’ understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusting instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate.
• Effective management of classroom environment.
• Effective instruction, which includes making learning goals clear to the students, using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques.
• Using innovative approaches and instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence.
• Promotion of high standards and expectations for student achievement.
• Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning, including specific strategies for students with special needs, 504 plans and second language learners.
• Assurance of equal educational opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness or disability.
• Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.

• MA DESE License
  - Music:
  Vocal/Instrumental/General - ALL
• Bachelor's Degree

• Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs.
• Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese or an African Language.
• Demonstrated experience with second language acquisition.

185 days.

Appropriate step on Teacher's Salary Schedule.

The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or related condition, veteran status or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs.