Substitute Band Teacher (Grades 4-8)

Adams Middle School; Holliston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Holliston Public Schools is seeking a Substitute Band Teacher to cover an eight-week term for Grades 4–8. The role involves teaching instrumental music, rotating between Fred Miller Elementary and Adams Middle School in Holliston, MA.

The ideal candidate holds a Massachusetts DESE music license (Vocal/Instrumental/General) and can join the team starting late September. This is a full-time substitute position with daily pay.

Qualifications

• Band teacher for Grades 4–8 with DESE music license required.

Responsibilities

• Teach band to instrumental music students across Grades 4–8, rotating between Adams Middle School and Fred Miller Elementary.
• Support and collaborate with the music program during an 8-week long-term substitute assignment.

Education

Massachusetts DESE licensed in Music: Vocal/Instrumental/General

Job description

Substitute Band Teacher (Grades 4-8)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5892167

Application Deadline: Sep 08, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 28, 2026

Job Description

Holliston Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Band Teacher to join our team for an 8-week long-term substitute position starting in late September. This dynamic role works with instrumental music students across Grades 4 through 8, rotating between Fred Miller Elementary and Robert Adams Middle School.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Massaschusetts DESE licensed in Music: Vocal/Instrumental/General

Public School employees of Massachusetts are required to submit their fingerprints to a National Criminal Database check. The check will require you to pay a fee of $55 if you hold an Educator’s License, or $35 if you are an unlicensed employee. In addition to the national background check, a satifsfactory Massachusetts Criminal Record Check (CORI) is required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $150 to $150 Per Day

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Music Education

Classroom Teacher > Music: Instrumental

Equal Opportunity Employer

Holliston Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. It is the policy of the Holliston Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, age or disability in its educational programs, services, activities, or employment practices.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Karen Manning , Principal
• Adams Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]