High School Music Teacher 2025-2026

The High School Music Teacher is responsible for developing and delivering a comprehensive music curriculum to students, fostering a love for music, and supporting students in both performance and theoretical aspects of music. The teacher will create a positive learning environment that encourages student participation, exploration, and growth in music. This position involves teaching a variety of music courses, including instrumental and vocal music, music theory, and music appreciation, while also managing extracurricular music programs such as school bands, choirs, or musical productions.Responsibilities: Develop and teach music courses for high school students, including but not limited to music theory, choir, band, orchestra, and music appreciation.Design lesson plans that align with state or national music education standards and school goals.Implement differentiated instruction to meet the varied needs of students with different abilities and learning styles.Incorporate various teaching methods and technologies to enhance music education.Provide instruction in both practical (instrumental/vocal) and theoretical aspects of music.Guide students in developing technical proficiency on their instruments or vocal skills.Teach students to read and write music, understand musical notation, and develop a comprehensive understanding of music theory.Organize and conduct classroom performances, solo projects, and group projects.Direct and lead extracurricular music programs, such as school bands, choirs, and orchestras.Organize school concerts, recitals, and other performance events.Support and prepare students for music competitions, festivals, and other extracurricular performances.Encourage student participation in school musicals or talent shows.Work closely with other faculty members to support school-wide initiatives and activities.Attend faculty meetings and professional development sessions to stay current on best practices in music education.Participate in school events and activities to promote the arts and music education within the school community.Prior experience teaching music in a high school setting (preferred).Strong proficiency in music theory, history, and performance (both instrumental and vocal).Ability to teach a variety of music genres and instruments.Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.The ability to foster a love of music and creativity in students.Organizational skills to manage multiple activities, performances, and classroom responsibilities.Ability to work flexible hours for performances, rehearsals, and extracurricular activities.Strong classroom management skills.A passion for music education and the ability to inspire students to achieve their full potential.