K-8 Music Teacher — Inspire Ensembles & Creative Growth

ReNEW Schools; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Aspire Academies in Pine Bluff, AR, seeks a dedicated K-8 music teacher to build foundational rhythm, vocal, and instrumental skills while guiding students toward modern band, ensemble, or music history concepts.

You will lead daily classes, direct ensembles, manage multi-age classrooms, assess progress, and partner with families and administrators to support a vibrant, equity-driven arts program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music education or closely related field.
• Completion of an accredited educator program with supervised student teaching in a real classroom.
• Passing scores on state pedagogy and music content knowledge tests for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Teach steady beat, pitch, and basic notation to K-2 students.
• Introduce instruments like recorders, ukuleles, or percussion in grades 3-5.
• Lead middle school units focusing on creating, performing, responding, and connecting.
• Manage multi-age classroom behaviors and scaffold annual learning goals.
• Lead daily music blocks covering rhythm, singing, and instrument basics.
• Direct ensembles such as choirs or bands and supervise rehearsals.
• Maintain equipment like xylophones and recorders and organize sheet music.
• Assess student progress and communicate with families and administrators.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Music Education

Teacher Preparation Program

State Certification

Job description

Friendship Aspire Academies in Pine Bluff, AR, seeks a dedicated K-8 music teacher to build foundational rhythm, vocal, and instrumental skills while guiding students toward modern band, ensemble, or music history concepts.

You will lead daily classes, direct ensembles, manage multi-age classrooms, assess progress, and partner with families and administrators to support a vibrant, equity-driven arts program.