Long Term Sub - Music Teacher

Brighton School; Mountlake Terrace (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee referral bonus

Student tuition discount

Same-day pay

Job summary

Brighton School in Mountlake Terrace, WA, seeks a dedicated Long-Term Music Substitute Teacher to support students across grade levels from December through May. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for music education, a strong classroom presence, and the ability to create a positive, structured, and inspiring learning environment.

The contract runs 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with optional opportunities to lead choir, support string instruments, and teach middle school electives outside

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Education, or a related field is preferred
• Previous teaching, substitute teaching, or music instruction experience is preferred
• Experience working with elementary and/or middle school students is strongly preferred
• Ability to teach general music and support student growth in vocal, instrumental, and performance-based learning
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create a warm, engaging, and structured learning environment
• A positive, energetic, patient, and professional demeanor with strong communication skills
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to student needs, campus expectations, and evolving classroom priorities

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate music instruction aligned with the school’s curriculum and program expectations
• Support students in building foundational music skills, including rhythm, melody, vocal development, music appreciation, performance readiness, and creative expression
• Maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and confidence
• Prepare and implement lesson plans that support continuity of instruction throughout the long-term assignment
• Collaborate with school leadership, faculty, and staff to support student learning and uphold Brighton School’s expectations and policies
• Adapt instruction to meet the needs of students across different grade levels and learning styles
• Support classroom management, student engagement, and a safe, respectful learning environment
• Communicate professionally with students, families, and colleagues as appropriate
• Assist with music-related school activities, performances, or special events as needed
• Optional opportunities may include leading choir, supporting string instruction, and facilitating middle school electives outside of regular contract hours

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Engaging instruction

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Education

Job description

Spring Education Group’s K-12 Division includes nearly 75 schools, with programs spanning Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, and High School.Across all our K-12 schools, the common theme is our dedication to providing high-quality education and delivering superior educational outcomes through a variety of acclaimed pedagogical approaches.Our private elementary schools provide challenging academics, personalized attention for each student, and strong partnerships among parents, teachers, students, and staff.Our proven curriculaand our caringcommunity of educators are committed to delivering superior preschool through 12th grade education.

Long-Term Substitute Music Teacher - Brighton School

Brighton School uniquely integrates academic excellence with a nurturing environment, focusing on individual student growth, engagement, and innovation. At Brighton, we are committed to creating the leaders of tomorrow by fostering a love for learning through our distinctive programs, including our integrated technology curriculum, visual and performing arts, foreign language courses, and physical education. Our educational philosophy ensures that each child is empowered to reach their full potential in a supportive and safe community.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay range:$30 per hour

• Employee referral bonus

• Student tuition discount

• Same-day pay with Dayforce Wallet, providing flexibility to access your earnings immediately.

About the Role:

Location: 21705 58th Avenue West, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043

Brighton School is seeking a dedicated and engaging Long-Term Music Substitute Teacher to support our students from December through May. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for music education, strong classroom presence, and the ability to create a positive, structured, and inspiring learning environment for students across grade levels.

This long-term substitute role will help ensure continuity of instruction within Brighton’s music program while supporting students’ musical development, creativity, confidence, and appreciation for the performing arts. The contract hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The long-term substitute assignment is expected to run from December through May, with a preferred start date in October or November to allow for transition, onboarding, and collaboration with the campus team.

Additional optional opportunities may be available outside of contract hours, including leading choir, supporting string instruments, and teaching middle school electives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate music instruction aligned with the school’s curriculum and program expectations

• Support students in building foundational music skills, including rhythm, melody, vocal development, music appreciation, performance readiness, and creative expression

• Maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and confidence

• Prepare and implement lesson plans that support continuity of instruction throughout the long-term assignment

• Collaborate with school leadership, faculty, and staff to support student learning and uphold Brighton School’s expectations and policies

• Adapt instruction to meet the needs of students across different grade levels and learning styles

• Support classroom management, student engagement, and a safe, respectful learning environment

• Communicate professionally with students, families, and colleagues as appropriate

• Assist with music-related school activities, performances, or special events as needed

• Optional opportunities may include leading choir, supporting string instruction, and facilitating middle school electives outside of regular contract hours

What We’re Looking For:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Education, or a related field is preferred

• Previous teaching, substitute teaching, or music instruction experience is preferred

• Experience working with elementary and/or middle school students is strongly preferred

• Ability to teach general music and support student growth in vocal, instrumental, and performance-based learning

• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create a warm, engaging, and structured learning environment

• A positive, energetic, patient, and professional demeanor with strong communication skills

• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to student needs, campus expectations, and evolving classroom priorities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.