Everett High School Music/Band Teacher

Everett High School Music/Band Teacher Everett Public Schools Everett High School - Everett, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Everett Public Schools Job Details Job ID: 5815563 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026 Job Description Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Visual & Performing Arts Director and the EHS Principal, the Music Teacher is responsible for teaching beginner to advanced pedagogical concepts to students in grades 9-12 while assisting the staff of the schools in the improvement/appreciation of standards-based music instruction. A successful candidate will bring enthusiasm towards developing a program that helps students grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through daily lessons on band instruments (brass, winds, percussion), piano, and classroom instruments, in a group setting as well as Music Appreciation and Music Theory. The candidate will engage students through modeling, reading, listening, and playing the instruments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Plan and facilitate lessons aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for Arts and district-provided curriculums. Ability to teach group Piano lessons from beginner to advanced, to students at EHS, in a dedicated piano lab. Collaborate with the instrumental music team to plan and deliver school-based and districtwide concerts throughout the year: a Holiday Concert, a Spring Band Concert, and additional events throughout the school year (i.e. Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day, etc). Maintain care and responsibility for school-owned items, musical instruments, and equipment to prevent loss or abuse. Coordinate repairs to instruments as required. Assess each pupil’s musical growth, performance, and musical understanding, and provide feedback to students to improve their performance and skills. Support selecting appropriate music, curriculum books, and instructional aides to enhance learning and requisitions musical instruments and instructional supplies as necessary. Engage frequently with fellow Music Department educators from across the district on cooperative projects, ensembles, and curricula. Use the district's available technology and virtual curricula to create engaging lessons and supports linked with 21st-century skills. Manage classroom behavior with Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies that motivate students, limit disruptions, and create a sense of belonging. Incorporate social-emotional learning standards and curriculum that promote a sense of belonging, inclusion, self-confidence, team-building, and informed decision-making. Utilize inclusive practices and SEI strategies for multilingual learners. Using evidence-based, culturally and linguistically sustaining instructional practices to provide equitable opportunities for grade-level learning. Creates and maintains a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment by establishing classroom routines and systems to support student learning. Communicate with students’ families regularly using culturally responsive strategies that promote two-way conversations. Contribute to school-wide initiatives and events, as assigned by the Head Teacher for Music, Visual & Performing Arts Director, School Principal and/or Assistant Principal. Requirements: Minimum B.M. in Music Education or B.A. in Musical Fine Arts Valid Massachusetts teacher certification in Music Education, Secondary level Knowledge of National and MA standards for music education as basis for instruction. Willingness to collaborate with fellow building specialists and colleagues. Demonstrate a commitment to excellence, equity, and professionalism always. Proficiency playing the piano and band instruments (brass, winds, percussion). Preferred Qualification: Minimum of 1 year of experience working in an urban public school setting. Experience working with diverse language groups and modifying instruction to meet student needs. Ability to enhance instruction and support student engagement. Proficiency with technology (blended learning, teacher/family communication apps, Google G‑Suite Apps, etc.) desired. Experience with social-emotional learning and/or supporting language acquisition. Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking in another language in addition to English. Salary: Salary for this position will be based on the Everett Teachers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement. SY 26-27. $65,178 - $125,654. Interested candidates should apply on Talent Ed. For questions, please contact Eugene O’Brien, Head Teacher of Music View email address on click.appcast.io Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $65,178 to $125,654 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Elaine Monge , Director of Human Resources 121 Vine Street Everett, Massachusetts 02149 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work. #J-18808-Ljbffr