Music Teacher

Young World Physical Education; City of Utica (NY); In loco; USD 43.138 - 97.377; Tempo pieno

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A school district in New York is seeking a Music Teacher to join their educational team in Utica. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range from $43,138 to $97,377, based on education and experience. Candidates must have the appropriate New York State Teaching Certification. The district values diverse educational pathways and offers comprehensive benefits. Interested applicants are required to apply online and should contact the Chief HR Officer for inquiries. An equal opportunity employer.

Competenze

• Must have appropriate N.Y.S. Teaching Certification.

Mansioni

• Teach music to students in the Utica City School District.
• Participate in extended learning time programs.
• Act as club advisors and/or coaches.

Conoscenze

Appropriate N.Y.S. Teaching Certification

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Music Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5358265

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 27, 2025

Job Description

The Utica City School District is accepting applications for the following position:

Music Teacher

The Utica City School District’s mission is to ensure that all students succeed and are well‑rounded, with knowledge, skills, and character to be productive members of society.

The District’s vision is that students can reach their goals and find academic success through a variety of pathways and with different levels of support.

About the Utica City School District:

The Utica City School District serves a community of approximately 64,500 city residents in an urban and multi‑cultural environment with a current enrollment of roughly 9,644 students in its 13 schools __ Proctor High School, Donovan Middle School, JFK Middle School and 10 elementary schools. The District’s greatest asset is its diversity, with more than 50 languages spoken and 16% of students being English language learners.

Elementary - The District’s elementary schools integrate a vibrant curriculum across all grade levels and subject areas, aligning with the New York State Learning Standards. The District is also investing in the realignment of math goals, instruction and curriculum to focus on research‑based best practices in mathematics that are proven to increase student performance outcomes. In all subject areas, there is an understanding that developing foundational skills will support students in bridging gaps in learning. Students are provided with a well‑rounded curriculum focused on fostering academic and social/emotional competencies that will carry them through their academic career.

Middle School - The focus at the District’s middle schools is to ensure that students are provided with equitable opportunities to successfully transition from elementary to high school. Both middle schools offer opportunities for students to succeed at every learning level, with dedicated classes for English Language Learners and students with disabilities, as well as honors/advanced studies. The Family and Career Sciences and Technology programs have incorporated science, technology, engineering and math topics into each curriculum to help prepare students for the Career and Technical Education opportunities available at the high school.

High School - Proctor High School provides numerous avenues for students to achieve the District’s vision. This is accomplished through supportive and adaptive special education and English language learner programming, a robust honors and Advanced Placement curriculum, and partnerships with post‑secondary institutions including Mohawk Valley Community College and Syracuse University’s Project Advance. The District most recently embarked upon a groundbreaking initiative working with community and business partners to create innovative Career and Technical Education programming for its high school students. Proctor’s Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corp (NJROTC), music, art and drama programs, along with numerous extracurricular activities and athletics, offer additional avenues to showcase students’ talents and interests and support them throughout their school experience.

Qualifications: Appropriate N.Y.S. Teaching Certification

Salary Range: $43,138-97,377, as per U.T.A. Contract

The starting salary ranges from $43,138 (without a master's degree) to $46,136 (with master's degree). Consideration of additional compensation may be given for graduate credit hours beyond the bachelor's or master's degree and for years of certified experience. The current Utica Teachers’ Association contract salary range, depending on years of teaching and level of education, reaches a maximum salary of $113,252 for the 2025-2026 school year. Additionally, teachers are afforded the opportunity to earn above base salary if they choose to participate in

• extended learning time programs
• additional class coverages
• summer programming opportunities
• act as club advisors and/or coaches.

The Utica City School District offers a comprehensive benefits package.

The Utica City School District is a longstanding recipient of the Teachers of Tomorrow Grant, which provides financial incentive for new, eligible hires who meet the grant's criteria per the state guidelines.

*All interested candidates must apply through our online platform: https://uticaschools.schoolspring.com/*

The Utica City School District will only be accepting applications through this site. Please note, you must create an online account in order to apply. If you have questions relating to the application process, please contact Chief Human Resources Officer, Sara Klimek at [e-mail] . *

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer which fully and actively supports equal access for all regardless of Race, Color, Weight, National Origin, Ethnic Group, Religion, Religious Practice, Disability, Sexual Orientation, Gender, Age, Veteran Status or Genetic Information.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $43,138 to $97,377 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sara Klimek
• 929 York Street
• Utica, New York 13502-4868
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]