Elementary Music Teacher (K-3) - Inclusive & Standards-Based

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Massachusetts Teachers Retirement Sys.

Life Insurance

403(b) & Roth403(b) with Match

YMCA Discounts

Sick Time with Sick Bank

Personal Days

HRA & FSA

Job summary

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA, is seeking an Elementary School Music Teacher for grades K–3. The role requires DESE licensure in PreK–8 Music, SEI endorsement, and a BA in Music Education.

You will design a standards-based curriculum, teach music through singing and movement, plan performances, and collaborate with staff to integrate music across subjects. This is a full-time, 10-month position with benefits.

Qualifications

• DESE licensure: PreK–8 Music (Initial, Professional, or Temporary)
• SEI Endorsement or willingness to obtain
• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or related field
• Ability to analyze and use data to inform and drive student learning
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Experience teaching music in a K–5 public school setting
• Bilingual or multilingual candidates encouraged
• Experience with culturally responsive pedagogy and inclusive teaching practices
• Familiarity with Orff, Kodály, Dalcroze, or other music education methodologies

Responsibilities

• Design and implement an engaging, standards-based general music curriculum aligned with Massachusetts Arts Curriculum Framework.
• Provide music instruction to elementary students through singing, movement, instruments, music literacy, and appreciation.
• Plan and lead musical performances and school-wide events.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Create a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom culture that promotes student agency and collaboration.
• Use assessment data to guide instruction and report student progress to families and school leadership.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, support staff, and school leadership to integrate music into interdisciplinary learning when appropriate.
• Participate in professional development, team meetings, and other school-based initiatives as required.

Skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Bilingual or multilingual

Culturally responsive pedagogy

Orff/Kodály/Dalcroze familiarity

Education

PreK–8 Music licensure (Initial/Professional/Temporary)

SEI Endorsement

Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or related field

Job description

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA, is seeking an Elementary School Music Teacher for grades K–3. The role requires DESE licensure in PreK–8 Music, SEI endorsement, and a BA in Music Education.

You will design a standards-based curriculum, teach music through singing and movement, plan performances, and collaborate with staff to integrate music across subjects. This is a full-time, 10-month position with benefits.