Elementary Music Teacher

Sylvania; Charlotte (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte Public Schools is seeking a Music Elementary Encore Teacher to provide direct music instruction to students in Galewood Early Elementary (Y5–K) and Charlotte Upper Elementary (4–5), fostering creativity and musical literacy across grade levels. A bachelor's degree in education and Michigan teacher certification are required.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, clear communication with families, and guiding students toward confident, responsible learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• State of Michigan teacher certification required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of elementary curriculum and effective instruction.
• Strong communication with students, parents, and colleagues; collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct music instruction to elementary students.
• Support development of students' musical skills and literacy.

Skills

Collaboration with staff

Communication with diverse audiences

Leadership and coordinating others

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

POSITION: Music Elementary Encore Teacher

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Charlotte Public Schools, Galewood Early Elementary (Grades Y5 & K) & Charlotte Upper Elementary (Grades 4 & 5)

ASSIGNMENT/RESPONSIBILITY

This position will be responsible for providing direct music instruction to elementary students. A wide variety of tasks are performed in the teaching-learning process for students, the primary one being to help students learn the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible adults.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in education or other related field. State of Michigan teacher certification required. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of elementary school curriculum and philosophy, effective instruction principles, assessment procedures and learning and motivation theory. Demonstrates the personal qualities of an effective teacher including the ability to collaborate with other staff and the ability to communicate well with a wide variety of audiences both in writing and verbally. Demonstrated ability to work independently and, to coordinate and direct the work of others. Demonstrated ability to interact proactively with parents. Prior professional development in early literacy and subject matter literacy.

DATE WANTED: 2026-2027 School Year

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Until Filled

Charlotte Public Schools complies with all state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the policy of Charlotte Board of Education that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity for which it is responsible.