Yu Ming Charter School
Yu Ming Charter School is hiring: G3-8 Music Teacher (Part Time) in Oakland
Yu Ming Charter School, Oakland, CA, US, 94616
G3-8 Music Teacher (Part Time) at Yu Ming Charter School – 2025‑2026
Yu Ming Charter School seeks dynamic, innovative, and experienced educators to foster a learner‑centered culture through personalized and project‑based music instruction.
Responsibilities
Provide a high-quality, personalized education program in music
Build a classroom culture in which students love music
Engage students with a repertoire that is relevant to their lives and interests, incorporating choral and instrumental music
Design and execute high-quality community music performance opportunities for all students
Prepare lesson plans and course timelines; select materials for courses
Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress
Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged
Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to address those needs
Lead an after‑school music club and/or band, providing students with opportunities to develop musical skills and perform
Develop a week‑long expeditionary hands‑on learning experience for middle‑school students
Coordinate school‑wide music performances three times a year
Actively participate in professional development activities, including training with school leaders and coaches to accelerate learning and growth
Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school and share best practices
Maintain a high level of professionalism, meeting deadlines and commitments to self and the community
Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Qualifications – Required
Bachelor’s degree
Music or multiple‑subject teaching credential or plan to enroll in a teaching intern program
Successful completion of CBEST and/or CSET exam; CLAD or BCLAD
Experience working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred
Proficiency in playing and teaching brass and/or woodwind instruments
Professional training in a rigorous music or music education program
Experience working with children and implementing music instruction
Passionate about music and learning
Superb interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, colleagues and families
Flexibility and adaptability to change; ability to work in a dynamic, creative and start‑up learning environment
Driven adult learner dedicated to professional growth, including learning new and innovative teaching practices
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to teach music through ukulele, recorder, and brass/woodwind instruments
Time Commitment
180‑day school year, 8 student‑free professional development days. Common building hours are Mondays 8:00 am‑3:30 pm and Tuesdays‑Fridays 8:00‑4:00 pm.
Salary and Benefits
Placement on the Yu Ming Charter School Salary Table based on years of experience and highest degree earned, up to 12 years of experience recognized
Additional $5,000 stipend for National Board Certification
100% of medical, dental, and vision insurance covered by the school (depending on selected plan)
Free access to an Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and legal aid services
Participation in CalSTRS Retirement System
11 sick days per full‑time employee per school year
To Apply
Interested candidates should apply at https://yumingcharterschool.bamboohr.com/jobs/
Application submission screening and initial phone interviews will be completed on a rolling basis. Yu Ming Charter School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels.
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