General Music Teacher at Banfield and Southgate Elementary

Austin Minnesota Public School District #492; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Public Schools is seeking to hire a full-time 1.0 FTE General Music Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position will be at Banfield Elementary School and Southgate Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities include teaching general music education to students in grades K-4. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a Minnesota Music Teaching License. Salary is per the Austin Education Association Working Agreement with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have or be able to obtain a Music Teaching License from the Minnesota Department of Education

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities will be teaching general music education classes for students in a Grade K-4 School.

Job description

• Position Type: Instructional / Teaching Staff/ Music
• Date Posted: 8/21/2026
• Location: Banfield Elementary School

The Austin Public School District is seeking to hire a Full Time 1.0 FTE General Music Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year

This position will be at Banfield and Southgate Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year

Position Overview

Responsibilities will be teaching general music education classes for students in a Grade K-4 School.

Qualifications

Candidates must have or be able to obtain a Music Teaching License from the Minnesota Department of Education

Salary/Benefits

Annual Salary Range is according to education and experience. Also includes a competitive benefits package of paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, etc., according to the AEA Working Agreement located within the Human Resource section of the Austin Public Schools website at www.austin.k12.mn.us.

Salary

The salary range for the position is outlined on page 56-57 of the Austin Education Association Working Agreement: AEAWorkingAgreement.pdf

Benefits

Benefits information is outlined on pages 17, 18, 27, 40-43 of this agreement: AEAWorkingAgreement.pdf

Commitment to Equity

Austin Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions

Employees of Austin Public Schools are expected to support the strategic plan. Our mission at Austin Public Schools is to Inspire, Empower, and Accelerate. Our vision is to prepare all learners to make a difference in the world. All employees are to model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees. The strategic plan can be found on our website at https://www.austin.k12.mn.us/district-offices/school-board/strategic-plan.

District Information

To learn more about Austin Public Schools, visit https://www.austin.k12.mn.us/

As Equal Opportunity Employer, Austin Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or membership or activity in a local commission. The school district strongly encourages anyone interested to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.