Music Lesson Instructor (Grade 5-12)

Newton Public Schools - District Wide; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools - District Wide invites applications for a part-time Music Lesson Instructor to teach private instrument lessons for grades 5–12 after school at one of four Newton Public Schools middle schools. The role supports the Fine & Performing Arts department and reports to the Director of Humanities.

The position requires experience across woodwinds, brass, percussion, strings and a background in music tutoring and mentoring 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

Percussion

Strings

Music tutoring

Mentoring youth

Job description

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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]

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