TEACHER - MUSIC - CHORAL OR INSTRUMENTAL OR MUSIC TECHNOLOGY GRADES 6-12

Milwaukee Public Schools; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Public Schools is seeking a licensed Music teacher for Green Tree Preparatory Academy. The role involves developing high-quality music education programs and collaborating with community arts organizations. Educators support creativity, inclusivity, and the alignment with educational standards, fostering a vibrant learning environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
• Bachelor's degree individuals pursuing licensure are eligible.
• Experience in music education or teaching roles is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a music curriculum aligned to the Wisconsin Music Standards.
• Teach music to regular and special education students.
• Collaborate with fine arts specialists and engage with Milwaukee's music community.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Teaching

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Education or similar

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction License

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Job ID

1030067

Location

Green Tree Academy

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Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

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Job Summary

Green Tree Preparatory Academy is actively recruiting licensed and experienced candidates for a Music teaching position.

A Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is seeking highly motivated and creative individuals to build and implement high quality music education programming. Music educators are part of the vibrant arts community in Milwaukee and have countless opportunities to partner with Milwaukee's professional arts organizations. Educators are supported by the Music Curriculum Specialist and music support teachers in the office of Fine Arts, as well as the Milwaukee Music Educators Association, a growing community of music educators across the district who seek to share best practices and develop a strong and culturally responsive music curriculum.

MPS music educators provide a music curriculum aligned to the Wisconsin Music Standards. In MPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. Milwaukee Public Schools is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.

A Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) music teacher provides an instructional program for regular and special education students which is appropriate to their educational needs and developmental level.

The educational program is offered in an equitable, multi-cultural setting and teaches all children to think deeply, critically and creatively. The teacher's work supports the MPS strategic plan.

How To Apply

Interestedapplicantsshouldcompleteallsectionsoftheapplicationincludingtheonline submission of a current resume.

Interview teams may request candidates to submit additional items including, but not limitedto,lettersofrecommendation,samplelessonplans,referencelists,and/orwriting samples.

At the time of hire, the selected candidate will need to submit three (3) letters of recommendationdatedwithinthelastyearandsignedbytheauthorandofficialtranscripts conferring his/her undergraduate degree.

If you have any questions, please contact Cassandra Morales-Salcedo at [e-mail] or 414-777-7879.

Qualifications

Applicants must be licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to teach the respective specific grade level and/or content area.

Eligible applicants must apply during the application window and include:

EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

• EXTERNAL fully licensed teachers
• Student or permit teachers, practicum students, and interns who will be fully licensed by August, 2025
• Permit or intern teachers in need of another 1-year license with stipulations for 2025-26
• Bachelor degreed individuals pursuing a teaching/counseling/librarian position and licensure

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

The salary range starts at $52,827.70 and increases according to the set salary schedule based on education beyond the required bachelor's degree and previous years of fully-licensed K-12 teaching experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.