Music Teacher Pool - 26-27 SY

Madison Metropolitan School District; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 46,938 - 57,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A prominent school district located in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking qualified candidates for the Music Teacher Pool for the 2026-2027 school year. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and a valid Wisconsin teaching license in Music. Responsibilities include developing engaging lesson plans and adapting teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs. The district values collaborative efforts and commitment to equity, inviting applicants who can effectively engage with students and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required with official transcripts for formal employment.
• Must hold a Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction teaching license in Music.
• A positive attitude and passion for learning are important.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students using various teaching methods to enhance engagement.
• Adapt teaching methods based on student needs and interests.
• Analyze data to adjust instruction based on student achievement.

Skills

Engaging instructional methods

Cultural competence

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Wisconsin teaching license in Music

Job description

Join to apply for the Music Teacher Pool - 26-27 SY role at Madison Metropolitan School District.

District-Wide

Minimum Annual Compensation: $52,154

Length of Contract: 192 days

Employment Type: Exempt

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for openings for the 2026-2027 school year. Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff. In addition, we have a great compensation package. Visit our benefits page and compensation page for more information.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. We seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti‑racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive.

About this posting: This is an “applicant pool” posting. It does not signify that vacancies actually exist at this time. The purpose of this posting is to develop a pool of qualified applicants, should vacancies become available.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Use standards (CCSS, SELS, Language) to identify common learning targets that represent what all students should know, do and understand as a result of the instruction
• Use knowledge of students’ background, interest, style, culture, language, individual needs, and assessment data to inform planning
• Develop daily and weekly plans to support student growth towards mastery of standards
• Develop common year‑long/course plans that identify the essential questions and resources to support student learning
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations to build student engagement, collaboration, and independence with complex tasks
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
• Provide daily opportunities for students to describe their reasoning, share explanations, make conjectures, justify conclusions, argue from evidence, and negotiate meaning
• Define and plan formative assessments to show evidence of learning
• Use multiple ways to check for student understanding and clarify, reteach and/or make adjustments to instruction based on information gathered
• Provide students with meaningful feedback that reinforces effort, provides recognition and promotes student involvement and progress in the learning process
• Provide opportunities for teacher–to‑student, student‑to‑student and student‑to‑teacher feedback both orally and written
• Analyze data and adjust instruction based on student achievement, observation, and teacher practice data
• Establish rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss their student's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs
• Collaborate with all staff in support of student learning, e.g., team planning and co‑teaching.

Position Competencies

• High Expectations For Every Student
  • Teachers should demonstrate through actions and words that every student can achieve high standards. Teachers should share a commitment to excellence and equity for all students. Teachers should hold a clear mission and values orientation aligned with Madison's vision.
• Quality Instructional Practice
  • Teachers should plan and execute rigorous, engaging units and lessons, including meaningful in‑class and out‑of‑class assignments, and ensure student mastery of content. Teachers should provide necessary scaffolds, interventions, and extensions to meet a range of learning needs and support an inclusive learning environment.
• Cultural Competence
  • Teachers should understand and articulate the systems and beliefs that may lead to inequitable outcomes for students of color as well as adapt instruction to meet the needs of each student. Teachers should make links between content and student experiences, perspectives, and personal goals.
• Data Proficiency
  • Teachers should use data beyond standardized assessments to diagnose student learning needs and differentiate instruction in the classroom.
• Team Collaboration
  • Teachers should collaborate with peers to reflect on student achievement and teacher practice data to continuously plan and improve instruction.
• Student & Family Engagement
  • Teachers should take initiative to build relationships with students. Teachers should understand unique family characteristics and find ways to engage all families as full partners in their children's education.
• Resilience & Results Orientation
  • Teachers should find challenges exciting and persist in the face of challenges.
• Self‑Awareness & Growth Mindset
  • Teachers should reflect on strengths and growth areas regularly as well as seek mentors to improve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree. Official transcripts are required for formal employment.
• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) teaching license in Music (500/1500), Instrumental Music (505/1505), Vocal Music (510/1510 or 1511), or General Music (515/1515). Applications are considered on a rolling basis. MMSD will consider applicants who are fully licensed before considering applicants who are not yet licensed. If you do not already have an active Wisconsin teaching license, you must obtain and maintain the necessary license(s) for the position. An application must be on file within 30 days of starting your employment with MMSD. Failure to do so will result in your contract being voided. The district does not provide financial support for the continued education that is required to achieve the certification. The district does not select or endorse any particular certification program that leads to the required Wisconsin teaching license. An unlicensed candidate can be considered, but they must be hired by a school district in order to apply for a One‑Year License with Stipulations with DPI.
  • For more information about the One Year with Stipulations licensing process: https://dpi.wi.gov/tepdl/licensing/types/license-with-stipulations
  • To search DPI‑approved certification programs: https://dpi.wi.gov/licensing/pathways-licensure

Next Steps

• Upon submitting, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. Based on your application materials, a hiring manager may reach out to you to schedule an interview.
• Candidates who have indicated fluency in Spanish and/or Hmong are invited to apply for our bilingual positions as well. If interested in a bilingual position, candidates would be asked to complete reading, writing, and oral language proficiency assessments.

Environmental Adaptability

• Ability to work under general safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the individual so classified.

Working Conditions

• School‑based positions are required to be in‑person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.

Disclaimer: This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job‑related tasking as directed by the supervisor.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. To be considered for this opportunity, you must apply on our career page.