Music Teacher (Grades 5-6) - Empower Diverse Learners

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy; Saylesville (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy in Rhode Island is seeking a dedicated Music Teacher to teach general music to students in grades 5 and 6, with the option to support beginner band after school. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in music education and RI teaching certification, with preference for vocal or instrumental expertise and experience leading both choral and instrumental programs.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply; competitive compensation follows the Rhode Island

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music education and RI teaching certification or emergency certification.
• Preference for experience leading choral and instrumental programs.
• Bilingual candidates are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach general music to scholars in grades 5 and 6 during the school day.
• Option to support beginner band 1–2 times weekly after school.
• Create engaging, standards-aligned music lessons and performances.
• Organize annual concerts and organize performances to showcase student work.
• Collaborate with school and district teams to grow the music program.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in music education

Vocal performance

Instrumental leadership

Choral program leadership

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in music education

Rhode Island teaching certification

Job description

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy in Rhode Island is seeking a dedicated Music Teacher to teach general music to students in grades 5 and 6, with the option to support beginner band after school. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in music education and RI teaching certification, with preference for vocal or instrumental expertise and experience leading both choral and instrumental programs.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply; competitive compensation follows the Rhode Island