Instrumental Band Teacher

Wethersfield Public Schools; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Wethersfield Public Schools is seeking an Instrumental Band Teacher for Silas Deane Middle School. The ideal candidate will teach middle school instrumental music across woodwinds, brass, percussion, and strings, aligned with state and district standards.

Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree and CT Certification (049); strong communication and musicianship skills; and ability to collaborate with the Music team to support a cohesive arts program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• CT Certification 049 is required.
• Strong communication with students, families, staff.
• Proven musicianship in instrumental performances.
• Excellent classroom management.
• Knowledge of restorative practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach music foundations per standards and district curriculum.
• Instruct bands across woodwinds, brass, percussion, and strings.
• Plan and deliver daily lessons; assess student progress.
• Organize school-wide performances and concerts.
• Maintain instruments, sheet music, and classroom equipment; communicate with parents.
• Collaborate with the SDMS Music team to foster arts appreciation.

Skills

Communication skills

Musicianship

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CT Certification 049

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

Wethersfield Public Schools

Wethersfield, CT

Instrumental Band Teacher

Silas Deane Middle School

Date Posted: August 6, 2026

The Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students' ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff, and continuous learning.

Position Title: Instrumental Band Teacher

School: Silas Deane Middle School

Department: Music

Reports To: Principal

Start Date: August 17, 2026

Compensation: $57,847 - $114,618

Application Date: Posting will remain open until filled

Silas Deane Middle School is seeking a motivated, dynamic and versatile music educator to work in the highly collaborative environment of the SDMS Music Team. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching middle school instrumental music (woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings) and possess a strong knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, general music instruction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach students the foundations and fundamental principles of music in accordance with the National and Connecticut State Standards and the Wethersfield Public Schools Music Curriculum;
• Instruct large groups of students across a wide variety of band instruments (woodwinds brass and percussion), developing their skills for participation in larger ensemble performances;
• Teach and explore various genres of musical expression, music history, theory fundamentals and introductory composition;
• Provide students with the freedom to explore and express themselves musically while differentiating instruction to meet diverse learning needs;
• Plan, organize and facilitate daily class lessons, setting priorities and working independently with a strong sense of purpose;
• Select and utilize age-appropriate repertoire, instructional books and resources to enhance student learning;
• Implement a variety of educational technologies and music production resources within the classroom;
• Plan, organize and implement school-wide musical events, showcase performances and evening concerts;
• Care for and maintain all school owned musical property, including instruments, sheet music and classroom equipment;
• Regularly communicate with parents, guardians and school staff regarding individual student progress and upcoming musical events;
• Work closely with the SDMS Music team to foster a cohesive school-wide appreciation for the arts.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree;

• Appropriate CT Certification credentials (049 certification);

• Exemplary communication skills to be used when:

• Teaching and meeting with students, parents, families and staff;

• Writing formal and informal letters, messages, plans and comments;

• Collaborating with students, parents, families and staff to organize and implement all school-wide music performances and various assemblies;

• Proven musicianship skills in vocal performance, piano accompaniment, and woodwind, brass, percussion, or strings performance;

• Excellent classroom management skills with both small and large groups;

• Ability to handle and treat the information confidentially;

• Knowledge of restorative and trauma informed practices preferred.

Wethersfield Public School System-Nondiscrimination Policy
The Wethersfield Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Wethersfield Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity of expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. The Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding the Wethersfield Public School System's nondiscrimination policies and practices should be directed to: Title IX Coordinator, Director of Special Services, 127 Hartford Avenue, Wethersfield, CT 06109.