Instrumental Music Teacher (Grades 3-8) - Long-Term Sub

Environmental Charter School; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environmental Charter School is seeking a dedicated Long Term Substitute Instrumental Music Teacher to cover grades 3-8. The assignment runs November 2026 through April 2027, with travel between two campus buildings to provide consistent music instruction.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with teaching experience in instrumental music and PA music certification preferred. This role requires collaboration with staff and a commitment to project-based, environmental education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution plus previous teaching experience.
• PA Music certification preferred.
• Ability to teach instrumental music from beginner to advanced.
• Reliable transportation to commute between buildings.

Responsibilities

• Determine each student’s learning level and select appropriate music, books, and instructional aids to enhance learning.
• Teach skills in music comprehension/appreciation, harmony, and explorations in instrumental music.
• Plan all lessons in accordance with curriculum guidelines and update curriculum as needed.
• Provide musical performances for assemblies, open houses, concerts, etc.
• Maintain student records and evaluate each student’s musical growth, performance, and musical understanding.
• Work between two buildings to support consistent music instruction for students in fourth grade through eighth grade (travel between buildings daily).
• Create a positive, achievement-oriented, and structured learning environment in which all students can experience success.
• Ensure that all students are fully and consistently engaged during class time.
• Implement the school-wide behavior management policies and school bullying prevention program within classrooms and throughout the school.
• Structure compelling, standards-based lessons that engage students with instrumental music, and inspire a connection to the art.s
• Regularly evaluate student progress using a variety of assessment methods, including standardized assessments, teacher-designed tests, and samples of student work

Skills

Instrumental music

Teaching

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA Music certification (preferred)

Job description

The Environmental Charter School is seeking a dedicated Long Term Substitute Instrumental Music Teacher to cover grades 3-8. The assignment runs November 2026 through April 2027, with travel between two campus buildings to provide consistent music instruction.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with teaching experience in instrumental music and PA music certification preferred. This role requires collaboration with staff and a commitment to project-based, environmental education.