Music Lesson Instructor (Grade 5-12)

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

The Music Lesson Instructor will teach Grade 5-12 private instrument lessons at one of four NPS middle schools during after-school hours. This part-time position is paid at $66 per hour and requires citizenship, residency, or work visa.

Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, nondiscrimination, and high-quality arts education for all students. Applicants should demonstrate experience across woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings and prior music tutoring or mentoring of youth.

Qualifications

• Experience in woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings.
• Experience in music tutoring and mentoring youth.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 5-12 private instrument lessons at one of four NPS middle schools during after-school hours.

Skills

Woodwinds & brass & strings

Music tutoring

Job description

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Music Lesson Instructor (Grade 5-12)

Job Details

Job ID: 5938668
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department:Fine & Performing Arts

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Exempt, Non-Aligned

Reports To: Director of Humanities

SUMMARY:

TheMusic Lesson Instructorwill teach Grade 5-12 private instrument lessons at one of four NPS middle schools during after-school hours.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experiencein woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings
• Experience in music tutoring and mentoringyouth

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Teach Grade 5-12 private instrument lessons at one of four NPS middle schools during after-school hours

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $66 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Eva Hughes , Director of Humanities
• Email: [e-mail]