Boston Public Schools
Teacher - Music: Vocal/Chorus, Gr. 7-12 (SY25-26)
Boston Public Schools, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Teacher - Music: Vocal/Chorus, Gr. 7-12 (SY25-26)
Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Music Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, teachers and leaders are committed to high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, and the achievement of academic proficiency for all students. BPS is a great place for those who seek an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.
Reports to Principal/Head of School
Responsibilities
Teach vocal and chorus to grades 7‑12.
Plan a comprehensive music program that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
Accompany elementary general music choral performances through basic guitar or piano accompaniment.
Provide instruction in small and large group instrumental brass, woodwind, and percussion through planning, implementing, and assessing.
Prepare students for multiple school/community ensemble performances.
Engage in the 7 Forms of Bias Instructional Materials Protocol to examine song banks for bias.
Maintain inventory of band instruments and sheet music library.
Demonstrate successful teaching techniques in elementary general music approaches including Orff, First Steps/Conversational Solfege, or Gordon Learning Theory.
Possess strength in brass or woodwind family.
Core Competencies
Accountability for Student Achievement – Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort.
Assesses students’ understanding regularly and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks.
Communicates Content Knowledge – Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires; conveys content creatively and engagingly in ways that align to standards.
Uses instructional practices that are likely to challenge, motivate, and engage all students, facilitating equitable, active student participation.
Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community.
Creates and maintains an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
Engages with families to build collaborative, respectful relationships in service of student learning.
Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self‑awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development.
Qualifications – Required
Bachelor's degree.
Valid Massachusetts Teaching License in Music (All Levels).
Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and "Highly Qualified" according to NCLB.
Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by Boston Public Schools.
Current authorization to work in the United States (must be in place by first day of employment).
Qualifications – Preferred
Experience teaching in urban schools.
Fluency in one of BPS’s official languages (Spanish, Creole [Cape Verdean], Creole [Haitian], Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali) is desirable.
Certification in subject area plus additional endorsement in Moderate Disabilities or English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).
Strength in brass or woodwind family.
TERMS: BTU, Group I
Employee benefits and compensation information can be found at
www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohr
(under "Employee Benefits and Policies"). Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step. Start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.
Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, bias‑based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.
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Reports to Principal/Head of School
Responsibilities
Teach vocal and chorus to grades 7‑12.
Plan a comprehensive music program that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
Accompany elementary general music choral performances through basic guitar or piano accompaniment.
Provide instruction in small and large group instrumental brass, woodwind, and percussion through planning, implementing, and assessing.
Prepare students for multiple school/community ensemble performances.
Engage in the 7 Forms of Bias Instructional Materials Protocol to examine song banks for bias.
Maintain inventory of band instruments and sheet music library.
Demonstrate successful teaching techniques in elementary general music approaches including Orff, First Steps/Conversational Solfege, or Gordon Learning Theory.
Possess strength in brass or woodwind family.
Core Competencies
Accountability for Student Achievement – Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort.
Assesses students’ understanding regularly and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks.
Communicates Content Knowledge – Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires; conveys content creatively and engagingly in ways that align to standards.
Uses instructional practices that are likely to challenge, motivate, and engage all students, facilitating equitable, active student participation.
Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community.
Creates and maintains an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
Engages with families to build collaborative, respectful relationships in service of student learning.
Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self‑awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development.
Qualifications – Required
Bachelor's degree.
Valid Massachusetts Teaching License in Music (All Levels).
Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and "Highly Qualified" according to NCLB.
Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by Boston Public Schools.
Current authorization to work in the United States (must be in place by first day of employment).
Qualifications – Preferred
Experience teaching in urban schools.
Fluency in one of BPS’s official languages (Spanish, Creole [Cape Verdean], Creole [Haitian], Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali) is desirable.
Certification in subject area plus additional endorsement in Moderate Disabilities or English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).
Strength in brass or woodwind family.
TERMS: BTU, Group I
Employee benefits and compensation information can be found at
www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohr
(under "Employee Benefits and Policies"). Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step. Start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.
Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, bias‑based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.
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