Limited: Middle School Music / Band / Strings Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

Windsor Public Schools; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

CT TRB contributions

Job summary

Windsor Public Schools in Windsor, CT seeks a Middle School Music/Strings Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Sage Park Middle School. This 10-month, 187-day position requires certification as a Music Teacher and experience in music education for middle school students.

The role includes directing ensembles and coordinating performances, with ongoing professional development encouraged. The salary range for 2026-2027 is $55,361 to $111,554, with 15 sick days and 6 personal days.

Qualifications

• Certification/License: 049 (State Certification as a Music Teacher)
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation
• Bachelor’s degree in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment; Masters preferred

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers music education curriculum aligned with district goals
• Maintains a safe classroom enabling individualized and small-group instruction
• Prepares balanced music program and allocates time for practice, rehearsal and instruction
• Assesses student progress and adapts methods to meet individual needs
• Directs rehearsals and performances outside the classroom
• Keeps accurate records of student achievement and attendance per district rules
• Communicates effectively with students and parents
• Promotes student conduct consistent with school standards
• Collaborates with colleagues and participates in meetings/committees
• Selects and maintains music supplies and equipment inventories

Skills

Teaching methods

English grammar

Data information systems

Federal/state education laws

Computer/network usage

Organization

Communication with students/parents

Self-evaluation for growth

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Limited: Middle School Music / Band / Strings Teacher (2026-2027 School Year) JobID: 4791

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Music-Strings
• Date Posted: 11/6/2026
• Location: Sage Park Middle School

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' understanding, appreciation of the art of music, including listening a wide range of musical genres, periods and styles.

To identify, promote and develop each student's talents in instrumental musical expression.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
• Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during practice, rehearsal and performances.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment:

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements:

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile:

Certification/License: 049

[State] State Certification as a Music Teacher (#049).

Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education:

Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Masters Degree preferred.

Experience:

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Salary & Benefits:

In accordance with the Windsor Education Association (WEA) and the Windsor Board of Education's collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position for academic year 2026-2027 is $55,361 to $111,554. This 10-month, 187-day/year position includes 15 paid sick days per year which may accumulate to a maximum total of 180 days available per year, and six (6) personal days which may not accumulate. Please see collective bargaining agreement for more detail regarding all available types of leave provided. All staff in WEA positions working 0.5FTE or greater may choose to enroll in full-time benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and contribute to CT TRB as well as several optional retirement account options, Long Term Disability, and more.

Windsor Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Windsor Public Schools are committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. Windsor Public Schools do 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 or 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 non-discrimination laws. Windsor Public Schools shall not deny access to or a fair opportunity to meet, or otherwise discriminate, against any youth group listed as a patriotic society in Title 36 of the United States Code that wishes to conduct a meeting using school facilities pursuant to Board of Education policy. Windsor Public Schools do not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. District Title IX Coordinator: Danielle Batchelder, Chief of Operations / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, 860-687-2000. District 504 Coordinator: Mary Cristofaro, Director of Pupil & Special Education Services / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, 860-687-2000.