5–6 Music Teacher: Create, Perform & Inspire Scholars

Blackstone Valley Prep Upper Elementary School; Lincoln (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plan

9 personal days per year

Professional development opportunities

401(k) with 5% employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Blackstone Valley Prep Upper Elementary School in Lincoln, Rhode Island seeks a 26-27 Music Teacher for grades 5 and 6. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive music education, leading choral and instrumental programs, and organizing annual performances.

The candidate must hold a Rhode Island music certification or be eligible for emergency certification. BS in music education is required, with experience in diverse public school settings preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music education or equivalent
• Rhode Island certification by date of hire or eligibility for reciporcity
• Experience leading choral and instrumental programs
• Bilingual candidates preferred but not required
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Teach general music education for grades 5 and 6
• Lead both choral and instrumental activities
• Organize annual performances and community concerts
• Align lessons with state/national music standards
• Collaborate with school and district teams to grow the music program
• Create an inclusive, respectful classroom culture
• Participate in mandatory professional development

Skills

Music education

Choral programs

Instrumental programs

Vocal performance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music education

Rhode Island teaching certification

Emergency certification eligibility

Tools

Chorus programs

Instrumental programs

Job description

Blackstone Valley Prep Upper Elementary School in Lincoln, Rhode Island seeks a 26-27 Music Teacher for grades 5 and 6. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive music education, leading choral and instrumental programs, and organizing annual performances.

The candidate must hold a Rhode Island music certification or be eligible for emergency certification. BS in music education is required, with experience in diverse public school settings preferred.