25-26 - Olson - General Music Teacher - 1.0 FTE (40 hpw)

Madison Metropolitan School District; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate General Music Teacher for Olson Elementary. This full-time role involves creating engaging music lessons, assessing student progress, and collaborating with staff to foster an inclusive environment. The district is committed to equity and excellence, providing a supportive space for over 25,000 diverse students. If you are motivated and eager to make an impact in education, this is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving community dedicated to student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and valid Wisconsin DPI teaching license in Music or related area.
• Must obtain and maintain appropriate licensure within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver standards-based music instruction tailored to student needs.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that fosters student engagement.

Skills

Music Instruction

Lesson Planning

Student Assessment

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Music

Wisconsin DPI Teaching License

Job description

25-26 - Olson - General Music Teacher - 1.0 FTE (40 hpw)

Join us as a General Music Teacher at Olson Elementary within the Madison Metropolitan School District for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a full-time, exempt position with a minimum annual salary of $50,661, contracted for 192 days.

About MMSD

The Madison Metropolitan School District is Wisconsin's second-largest district, serving over 25,000 students with diverse backgrounds. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and excellence, aiming to create a thriving environment for all students, families, and staff.

Position Overview

We seek motivated applicants passionate about impactful education, with a good attitude and willingness to learn. The role involves developing and implementing engaging music lessons, assessing student progress, collaborating with staff, and engaging with families.

Essential Duties

• Design and deliver standards-based music instruction tailored to student backgrounds and needs.
• Develop lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that fosters student engagement and growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate with families about student progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a valid Wisconsin DPI teaching license in Music or related area (e.g., Instrumental, Vocal, General Music).
• Applicants must obtain and maintain appropriate licensure within 30 days of employment if not already licensed.

Next Steps

Apply online; your application will be reviewed, and you may be contacted for an interview. Bilingual candidates in Spanish or Hmong are encouraged to apply for bilingual positions.

Additional Information

The district values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We support a safe, inclusive, and equitable work environment and do not sponsor visas for this position.