Inspiring Music Teacher — Grades 1–8 (Temp)

Philadelphia School; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The Philadelphia School seeks a full-time Music Teacher replacement for approximately ten weeks, starting immediately. The teacher will join the Music Department and cover classes from First through Eighth grades while supporting school-wide music assemblies.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years lead music teaching experience. The role emphasizes progressive education, collaboration with colleagues, and a nurturing classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred
• 2+ years lead music teaching experience strongly preferred
• Flexible, collaborative educator with a deep interest in progressive education
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills at team, student, and family levels

Responsibilities

• Adapt and implement developmentally appropriate music lessons for 1st through 8th grade students, focusing on 3–5th grade and Middle School
• Support whole school music assemblies
• Potentially lead a 3–5th grade String Ensemble
• Participate actively in faculty meetings, grade-level teams, and curriculum planning groups
• Participate in school-wide initiatives and other duties as assigned

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Philadelphia School seeks a full-time Music Teacher replacement for approximately ten weeks, starting immediately. The teacher will join the Music Department and cover classes from First through Eighth grades while supporting school-wide music assemblies.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years lead music teaching experience. The role emphasizes progressive education, collaboration with colleagues, and a nurturing classroom environment.