Secondary Band Teacher

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Music Teacher (Band Teacher) to inspire creativity and cultural expression among students. This full-time role includes directing bands, designing engaging lessons, and using effective classroom management techniques. The ideal candidate holds a Massachusetts education license and has knowledge of elementary music education methods.

We encourage diverse candidates to apply, as we aim to foster a sense of belonging in our music program.

Qualifications

• Hold Massachusetts teaching license as Academic Teacher, Music: Vocal/Instrumental/General.
• Knowledge of music education methods and technology.
• Experience in directing bands and designing engaging lessons.

Responsibilities

• Teach music to students and prepare them for shows.
• Implement lessons aligned with Massachusetts music frameworks.
• Manage classroom positively and respond to diverse student needs.

Skills

Massachusetts Department of Education license

Knowledge of elementary music education methods

Experience directing student bands

Designing engaging lessons

Positive classroom management techniques

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor degree

Tools

Basic music technology software

Job description

Location: New Bedford Public Schools, Paul Rodrigues Administration Building, New Bedford, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Summary

We are excited to announce an opening for a dynamic and passionate Instrumental Teacher (Band Teacher) as part of an ongoing Fine and Performing Arts Expansion. Our music program plays a vital role in inspiring creativity, cultural expression, and a sense of belonging among students. We strive to hire the highest quality educators and strongly encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Position

Title: Music Teacher – (Band Teacher)

Qualifications

• Hold Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license as an Academic Teacher, Music: Vocal/Instrumental/General, All Levels
• Possess knowledge of elementary music education methods, including instrumental methods, and the ability to navigate basic music technology software and applications.
• Have experience directing student bands and preparing for a range of shows and concerts.
• Have experience designing and implementing engaging lessons, units, and assessments that correlate to the MA Frameworks for Music.
• Use positive classroom management techniques, respond to student diversity, enjoy working in an urban setting, and exhibit excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills with colleagues, administrators, and parents.

Terms of Employment

• Reports to: CDAM of the Arts
• Rate: In accordance with the Unit A contract.

Position Type: Full-time

Job ID: 5792194

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Music Education, Classroom Teacher > Music: Chorus, Classroom Teacher > Music: Instrumental

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Michael Rayner, CDAM- Arts
• 455 County Street
• New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese, and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to ensure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit, and ability.