Music TA

Elsie Whitlow Stokes; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School in Washington, DC is seeking a Music Teacher Assistant to support the Music Teacher in creating an engaging, safe, and inclusive learning environment where students explore and develop musical skills.

The Music TA will assist with instruction, classroom management, materials and instrument prep, and coordination for concerts and school events, while collaborating with teachers and staff to support student learning and well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience working with children in a school or youth program preferred.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in music, music education, performance, or the arts preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students and adults in a diverse school community.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to supporting the well-being and success of all students.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily lessons, activities, projects, performances, and routines.
• Provide individual and small-group support during music instruction.
• Prepare and organize instruments, equipment, and instructional materials.
• Support positive student behavior and a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Monitor student transitions and supervise during schoolwide duties.
• Assist with concerts, performances, and schoolwide events.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support learning and well-being.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and colleagues.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development, and school activities.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and punctuality.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience with children in school/youth programs preferred

Experience or interest in music, music education, performance, or the arts preferred

Job description

Department: Education
Reports To: Principal
Schedule: 10-Month Position

Position Summary

The Music Teacher Assistant supports the Music Teacher in creating an engaging, safe, and inclusive learning environment where students can explore and develop their musical skills. The Music TA assists with instruction, classroom management, student supervision, preparation of materials and instruments, and other activities that support the school's music program and broader school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Music Teacher with daily lessons, activities, projects, performances, and classroom routines.
• Provide individual and small-group support to students during music instruction.
• Help prepare, organize, distribute, collect, and properly store musical instruments, equipment, and instructional materials.
• Support positive student behavior and maintain a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment.
• Assist with student transitions to and from music classes and supervise students during assigned schoolwide duties, including arrival, lunch, recess, dismissal, or other coverage as needed.
• Support the preparation and implementation of concerts, performances, celebrations, and other schoolwide events.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and other staff to support student learning and well-being.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding students, families, and colleagues.
• Attend required staff meetings, professional development sessions, and school activities.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, flexibility, positive communication, and punctuality.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned based on the needs of students, the music program, or the school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience working with children in a school, youth program, or similar setting preferred.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in music, music education, performance, or the arts preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students and adults in a diverse school community.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to supporting the well-being and success of all Stokes School students.

Compliance Notice

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, FBI fingerprinting, and a Child Protection Register clearance in compliance with DC Public Charter School regulations. This position is a Mandated Reporter for child abuse and neglect under DC law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected trait under federal or District of Columbia law.