What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Teacher 35% position at Newton Public Schools?
Department :
Fine & Performing Arts
Job Title : Music Teacher
FLSA Status : Exempt / Non-exempt)
Exempt; Unit A
Reports to :
High School Principal, Fine & Performing Arts Department Chair
GENERAL DESCRIPTION (1-3 LINES DESCRIBING ROLE) :
The Music Teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and conducting a comprehensive music instructional program for high school students in grades 9-12. Newton South High School is seeking a Part time 35% Music Teacher for our Jazz Combo and Honors Music Theory course. The Jazz Combo meets before and / or after school. Honors Music Theory is offered during the school day.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor's Degree
- MA DESE Music Licensure required
- Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to use technology effectively
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO) :
Work Environment :
Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day; however, there may be occasions for afterschool meetings (e.g., music concerts or back-to-school nights). Regular attendance is a necessary function. Rarely absent or late unless the situation is of an emergency nature.
Physical Requirements :
While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The teacher must regularly bend, stoop, crouch, and / or kneel. The teacher is occasionally required to lift and / or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building.
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Date Updated : 2 / 28 / 2025
